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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MULTIBAND FM TRANSCEIVER

iT90A

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE CEL-

LULAR RADIO TELEPHONE SERVICE SIGNALS IS PROHIBITED
UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.
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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-T90A We want to thank you for making your IC-T90A your radio of
MULTIBAND TRANSCEIVER is designed and built with choice, and hope
Icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship. With proper you agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.” Many
care, this product should provide you with years of trouble- hours of research and development went into the design of
free operation. your IC-T90A.
The IC-T90A is a tri-band, 50 MHz, 144 MHz, 430 (440) MHz
FM transceiver that offers a wide-band AM, FM and WFM
scanning receiver. Not only you can hear your favorite TV ï FEATURES
programs with the pre-programmed TV memories, but you ❍ Tri-band FM transceiver
can also listen to short wave, AM and FM broadcast radio sta-
tions, police, fire, military, aircraft, various amateur bands and
❍ Wide-band receiver
more. —Covers 495 KHz to 999.990 MHz
New DMS(Dynamic Memory Scan) bank scanning provides ❍ New DMS (Dynamic Memory Scan)
555 alphanumeric memory channels, including 50 band bank scan
edges, with a maximum of 18 banks or 100 channels per ❍ Lithium-Ion technology
bank. You can pick and choose any desired channel for scan- ❍ Rugged palm sized, weather-resis-
ning from the 500 memories.
The supplied BP-217 LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK provides full
tant construction
5 W output. Along with the energy conserving settings, the ❍ DTCS and CTCSS tone squelch
BP-217 provides up to 5 to 6 hours of operating time. ❍ Simple operation
The supplied MB-83 swivel type belt clip performs a quick
draw like action for attaching/detaching the transceiver from
the belt clip.
And newly designed antenna also provides a stable signal
strength.
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IMPORTANT SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely Accessories included with the transceiver: Qty.
before using the transceiver. q Li-Ion battery pack (BP-217) .......................................... 1
w Wall charger* (BC-110AR/D/DR) .................................... 1
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL — This in- e MB-83 swivel belt clip .............................................. 1 set
r Handstrap........................................................................ 1
struction manual contains important operating instructions for
t Antenna (FA-S6270D; with 50 MHz band adapter) .. 1 set
the IC-T90A.
* Not supplied with some versions.

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
q e r t
The explicit definitions below apply to this instruction manual.

WORD DEFINITION w
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
WARNING
shock may occur.
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
NOTE
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.

Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom
Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom,
Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
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CAUTIONS
WARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device emits DC fused at more than 5 A. Accidental reverse connection will
Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be be protected by this fuse, but higher fuse values will not give
observed when operating this device. If you have any ques- proper protection against such accidents and the transceiver
tions regarding RF exposure and safety standards please will be ruined.
refer to the Federal Communications Commission Office of DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical
Engineering and Technology’s report on Evaluating blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Radio
Frequency Electromagnetic Fields (OET Bulletin 65) AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below +14°F (–10°C) or above
WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the +140°F (+60°C).
antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the
body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The RF output power is automatically reduced to 0.5 W (Low) in
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 1 to 2 in (2 cold environments (below 0°C) while operating with the BP-217
to 5 cm) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical. Li-Ion battery pack, to protect the battery pack. Keep the bat-
tery pack warm, then select high power again. (p. 28)
WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a
headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair
Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume oper- transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty.
ation. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the vol- Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still
ume level or discontinue use. flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from
NEVER CONNECT a power supply of more than the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise,
11.5 V DC to the DC jack. The supply voltage must be the battery pack or installed batteries will become exhausted.
between 5.5 V and 11.5 V to prevent damaging the trans-
ceiver. For U.S.A. only
NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet . Such a CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, not ex-
connection will damage the transceiver. pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
operate this device under FCC regulations.
NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source that is
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TABLE OF CONTENTS w
FOREWORD ............................................. i ■ Split operation ................................ 32 ■ Clearing a DTMF memory ............. 69 e
IMPORTANT ............................................. ii ■ Auto repeater function ................... 33 ■ Confirming a DTMF memory ......... 69
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS .......................... ii ■ 1750 Hz tone ................................. 34 ■ Tone frequency and DTCS code .... 70 r
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ..................... ii t MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS .... 35 – 44 ■ Tone/DTCS squelch ....................... 71
CAUTIONS ............................................... iii ■ General .......................................... 35 ■ Pocket beep function ...................... 71
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................... iv ■ Available tone frequencies ............. 72 t
■ Calling up memory channels ......... 36
q QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ........ 1 – 6 ■ Programming memory channels .... 37 ■ Available DTCS codes ................... 72
■ Transferring memory contents ■ Tone scan ...................................... 73 y
w PANEL DESCRIPTION ................ 7 – 12 ■ Beep tones ..................................... 74
■ Panel description ............................. 7 to VFO ........................................... 38
■ Copying memory contents ............. 39 ■ Dial speed acceleration ................. 74
■ Function display ............................. 11 ■ Lock function .................................. 74 u
■ Memory names .............................. 39
e BATTERY CHARGING .............. 13 – 16 ■ Memory bank ................................. 41 ■ Morse code synthesizer ................. 75
■ Battery attachment ......................... 13 ■ Memory clear ................................. 43 ■ Power save .................................... 75 i
■ Battery cautions ............................. 13 ■ Call channel ................................... 44 ■ Time-out timer ................................ 76
■ Regular charging ........................... 14 ■ PTT lock ......................................... 76 o
■ Rapid charging ............................... 15 y SCAN OPERATION ................... 45 – 49 ■ Auto power OFF ............................ 76
■ Battery case ................................... 16 ■ Scan types ..................................... 45 ■ Auto power ON .............................. 76
■ External power operation ............... 16 ■ VFO scan ....................................... 46 ■ Weather channel operation ............ 77 !0
■ Frequency skip function ................. 47 ■ Cloning function ............................. 79
r BASIC OPERATION .................. 17 – 34 ■ Skip channel setting ....................... 47 ■ [SP/MIC] jacks ............................... 79 !1
■ Turning power ON ......................... 17 ■ Memory scan ................................. 48 ■ Resetting ........................................ 80
■ Tuning step .................................... 18 ■ Scan notes ..................................... 49
■ Setting a frequency ........................ 19 !0 HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL !2
■ Mode selection ............................... 20 u PRIORITY WATCH .................... 50 – 54 MICROPHONE ................................. 81
■ Operating band and receive mode ■ Priority watch types ........................ 50
■ Priority alert .................................... 50 !1 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................... 82 !3
selection ......................................... 21
■ Setting the squelch level ................ 22 ■ Priority watch operation ................. 51 !2 TV FREQUENCY TABLE ........... 83 – 86
■ Receiving ....................................... 23 i SET MODE ................................ 55 – 66 !3 SPECIFICATIONS ..................... 87 – 88 !4
■ RIT function ................................... 27 ■ Set mode ....................................... 55
■ Attenuator function ......................... 27 ■ Set mode items ............................. 56
!4 OPTIONS ................................... 89 – 90
■ Transmitting ................................... 28 o OTHER FUNCTIONS ................ 67 – 80 POCKET GUIDE
■ Repeater operation ........................ 29 ■ Programming a DTMF code .......... 67
■ Duplex operation ............................ 31 ■ Transmitting a DTMF code ............ 68
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1 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

■ Installing the battery pack ■ Accessory attachment

q Open the latch. Then, attach the BP-217 Li-Ion battery D Attaching the swivel belt clip
pack or BP-216 optional battery case. The supplied swivel belt clip is useful for easy attaching/
• Be sure to observe the correct direction. detaching the transceiver to/from the belt.
• Charge Li-Ion battery pack before use. q Attach the stopper to supplied stopper
w Lock the latch. the transceiver with screw

Battery pack or the supplied screw.

q battery case

w Clip the belt clip to

your belt.
Latch
NOTE: The battery pack is provided uncharged. BE SURE to
charge the battery before using it with the transceiver.

D Installing the alkaline batteries

Install 2 R6 (AA) size alkaline batteries into BP-216.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.

Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a

good idea to clean battery terminals
once a week.

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1

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e Insert the transceiver into the end of

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

CAUTION!
the clip as shown at right.
HOLD THE TRANSCEIVER TIGHTLY, WHEN ATTACHING
OR REMOVING THE TRANSCEIVER TO/FROM THE
BELT CLIP.
If the transceiver accidentally dropped and the swivel belt
clip’s stopper is scratched, the swivel belt clip may not work
properly.

• Once the transceiver

is locked in place, it
will swivel 360
degrees as shown at
right.
iC-t90a

D Handstrap
Slide the handstrap through the loop on
the top of the belt clip as shown at
To remove: right.
r Turn the transceiver upside down, and then lift to release
the transceiver from the belt clip as shown at upper right.
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D Attaching the antenna CAUTION!

Insert the supplied wide band antenna into the antenna con- TRANSMITTING WITHOUT AN ANTENNA MAY DAMAGE
nector and screw down the antenna as shown below. THE TRANSCEIVER.

• 50 MHz band adapter NEVER HOLD the anten-

Attach the 50 MHz band antenna adapter before operating on na when carrying the trans-
or receiving the signal below the 50 MHz band. Be sure to ceiver.
use this 50 MHz band adapter during operation below the
50 MHz band. You can operate on the whole band with this KEEP the jack covers at-
adapter. tached when the jack is not
in use, to avoid bad con-
tacts from dust and mois-
*KEEP the the anttenna top cap ture.
in the safe place when it not 50 MHz band
in use. adapter

Detach the top cap*

Hold the base , then screw the Attach the 50 MHz

antenna down. band adapter NOTE:
Commercially available antennas may increase transceiver
performance. An optional AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR
ADAPTER is available to connect an external antenna with a
BNC connector.

for BC band to 50 MHz band,

through to 800 MHz band
for WFM band to
800 MHz band

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1

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■ Charging the Li-Ion battery pack D Charging with the CP-19 Cigarette Lighter

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

cable (optional)
D Charging with the wall charger
IC-T90A with BP-217
CP-19
(optional)
to a 12 V
BC-110AR/D/DR cigarette lighter
to socket
DC power
to AC outlet jack

to
DC power jack
q Insert the cigarette lighter adapter cable into the DC power
jack of the transceiver.
w Connect the CP-19 cigarette lighter adapter cable to the
q Push and hold [PWR] to turn the transceiver power OFF. cigarette lighter socket.
w Insert the charger plug into the DC power jack of the trans- e Charging starts and the battery indicator on the display
ceiver. blinks.
e Plug the charger into an AC wall outlet.
r Charging starts and the battery indicator “ ” on the dis- NOTE:
play blinks. • The BP-217 can be charged while you are operating the transceiver.
t It takes approximately 15 hours to charge an empty (p. 5).
BP-217 Li-Ion battery pack. • Charging will be suspended during transmitting of the transceiver.
y Unplug the charger from the AC wall outlet when charging • “CHG_F” appears when the charging is completed with the power
is completed. turned OFF.
• NEVER connect the cigarette lighter socket or external regulated
DC power supply directly to the transceiver. Such a connection will
damage the transceiver.
• Remove CP-19 from the transceiver when not using it. Otherwise,
the vehicle battery will become exhausted.
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■ Rapid charging ■ External power operation

The optional BC-139 provides rapid charging of the battery An optional CP-19 cigarette lighter cable can be used for ex-
pack. ternal power operation from a 12 V DC cigarette lighter
socket.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the
transceiver OFF while charging.

• Charging period: 2.5 hours (w/BP-217)

CP-19
(optional)
to a 12 V
BP-217 to
cigarette lighter
Li-Ion battery pack socket
DC power
jack

Turn power
OFF.
Check the • Power supply range is between 5.5–11.5 V DC.
orientation. NEVER CONNECT OVER 11.5 V DC directly into
A the DC power jack of the transceiver.
Adapter (supplied • BE SURE to use the CP-19 when connecting a regulated
to AC with BC-139)
12 V DC power supply.
outlet Charging
• If a battery pack is attached, the voltage of the external
terminal
power supply must be within 11.5–16 V DC, otherwise,
LED
BC-123 Charging: the battery power may be used for operation.
(supplied with Orange • The maximum output power is 5.0 W regardless of the
BC-139) Finished:
power supply voltage.
BC-139 (optional) Green
desktop charger • Remove the cables from the transceiver when not using
to [AC ADAPTER] jack
it. Otherwise, the vehicle battery will become exhausted.

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 1

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■ Your first contact

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Now that you have your IC-T90A ready to operate, you are DFirst contact
probably excited to get on the air. We would like to take you q Push and hold [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn the transceiver
through a few basic operation steps to make your first “On power ON.
The Air” an enjoyable experience. • The function display shows “ICOM,” current voltage then the op-
erating frequency.
w Push [BAND] several times until the desired operating
r [DIAL] band (VHF; 51.000, 146.010 or UHF; 440.000 as default)
appears on the display.
e Push [Y](or [Z]) several times to adjust to the desired
audio level.
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the receive frequency.

[EXAMPLE] Setting the FM DUP T P SKIP

[PTT] yu
receive frequency to
[Mic] 444.350 MHz

[UP/DOWN] e
‘Direct frequency input’ via the keypad also available.
(p. 19)
[BAND] w
t Hold the transceiver approximately 2 in. (5 cm) from your
mouth.
[PWR] q y Push and hold [PTT], then speak at your normal voice
level.
u Release [PTT] switch to receive.

• Repeat steps, t, y and u to continue communication.

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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Panel description q POWER SWITCH [PWR]

Push for 1 sec. to turn the transceiver power ON and OFF.

i w BAND SWITCH [BAND]

➥ Push to select the operating band (5 MHz, Air, VHF,
o UHF, etc.). (p. 21)
➥ Push to select the memory bank or push to proceed the
u memory name cursor while programming the memory
option. (pgs. 39, 41)
➥ Push for 1 sec. for morse code synthesizer announce-
ment. (p. 75)
Function display
y ➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF “D.”
t !0 e UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y]/[Z]
r Microphone ➥ Push to adjust the audio level by default. (p. 17)
e ➥ Push to adjust the frequency when [Y]/[Z] and [DIAL]
Speaker
are exchanged by pushing [1 V↔D] for 1 sec. (p. 23)
w !1
!2 r MONITOR SWITCH [SQL] (p. 22)
➥ Push and hold to temporarily open the squelch and
!3
monitor the operating frequency.
q !4
➥ While pushing, rotate the tuning dial to set the squelch
threshold level.
!5
t TRANSMIT/RECEIVE INDICATOR
Keypad !6–@5 ➥ Lights green while receiving a signal or when the
squelch is open; lights red while transmitting.
➥ Blinks green for 5 sec. when the scan stop LED function
is in use and a scan is stopped. (pgs. 46, 62)
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

y PTT SWITCH [PTT] cigarette lighter cable.

➥ Push and hold to transmit in 50/144/430 (440) MHz am- w
!1 MODE/SCAN SWITCH [MODE SCAN]

PANEL DESCRIPTION
ateur bands; release to receive. (p. 28)
➥ Push to select the operating mode (FM, WFM,
• When WFM or AM mode is selected, transmission is impossi-
MODE AM). (p. 21)
ble. SCAN
➥ Push for 1 sec. to start a scan. (p. 45)
u ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 3)
➥While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “F” (#).
Connects the supplied antenna.
!2 VFO SWITCH [VFO MHz]
i EXTERNAL SPEAKER AND MICROPHONE JACKS
A ➥ Selects and toggles between VFO A and B.
[SP/MIC]
VFO (p. 20)
Connects an optional speaker-microphone or headset, if MHz
➥ Selects and toggles between the 1 MHz or 10
desired. The internal microphone and speaker will not
MHz tuning steps when pushed for 1 sec.
function when any external equipment is connected. (See
(p. 18)
pgs. 89, 90 for a list of available options.)
➥ Returns to previous operating condition while setting fre-
o TUNING DIAL [DIAL] quency or memory channel, or while in set mode.
➥ Rotate [DIAL] to set operating frequencies, memory ➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “A”.
channels, set mode contents, etc. (pgs. 19, 36, 55)
!3 MEMORY SWITCH [MR S.MW]
➥ While pushing [SQL], sets the squelch level. (p. 22)
➥ Selects and toggles between memory mode
➥ While pushing [BAND], sets the operating band in VFO B
MR and memory bank. (p. 20)
mode. (p. 21) S.MW
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter memory write condi-
➥ While pushing [Y]/[Z], adjusts the audio level (when
tion. (p. 37)
[Y]/[Z] and [DIAL] are not exchanged). (p. 17)
➥ Push for 2 sec. to write the operating frequency into the
!0 EXTERNAL DC POWER JACK [DC 11.0 V] selected memory channel in VFO mode.
➥ Allows charging of the BP-217 using the BC-110A/D wall • Keep pushing for 2 sec. or more to automatically select the
charger, or using an optional CP-19 cigarette lighter next memory channel, if desired. (p. 38)
cable. ➥ Push [MR S.MW] for 2 sec. to transfer the displayed fre-
➥ To connect regulated power supply with optional CP-19 quency into the VFO in memory mode. (p. 38)
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➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends a DTMF “B”. ➥ Push for 1 sec. to activate the following tone
2 functions in order.
!4 CALL/LOCK SWITCH [CALL/TV LOCK] TONE
• Subaudible tone encoder — “T” appears. (p. 29)
C
➥ Toggles between call channel, TV channel, • Tone squelch — “T SQL” appears. (p. 71)
CALL/TV weather channel (U.S.A. version only) and • Pocket beep — “T SQLS” appears. (p. 71)
LOCK
VFO mode in sequence. (p. 20) • DTCS squelch — “DTCS” appears. (p. 71)
➥ Push for 1 sec. to toggle the lock function ON and OFF. • DTCS beep — “SDTCS” appears. (p. 71)
(p. 74) • No tone operation — no tone indicator appears.
• “é” appears while the key lock function is in use. ➥ Inputs digit ‘2’ for frequency input, memory channel se-
➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “C”. lection, etc.
➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “2”.
!5 DTMF MEMORY SWITCH [• DTMF.M]
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the DTMF memory !8 OUTPUT POWER SWITCH [3 H/L] (p. 28)
.
DTMF.M
channel. (p. 67) ➥ Push for 1 sec. to toggle output power be-
➥ Inputs MHz digit for frequency input. (p. 19) 3
H/L tween high and low.
➥While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “E” • “LOW” appears when low output power is selected.
(M). ➥ Inputs digit ‘3’ for frequency input, memory channel se-
lection, etc.
!6 VOLUME/DIAL SWITCH [1 V↔D]
➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “3”.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to exchange [Y]/[Z] and
1 [DIAL] functions. (p. 23) !9 DUPLEX SWITCH [4 DUP] (pgs. 29, 31)
V D
• “VOL” appears when the tuning dial functions as a ➥ Push for 1 sec. to activate the following duplex
volume control. 4 functions in order.
DUP
➥ Inputs digit ‘1’ for frequency input, memory channel se- • Minus duplex operation — “–DUP” appears.
lection, etc. • Plus duplex operation — “DUP” appears.
➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “1”. • Simplex operation — no duplex indicator appears.
➥ Inputs digit ‘4’ for frequency input, memory channel se-
!7 TONE SWITCH [2 TONE] (p. 70)
lection, etc.
➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “4”.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

@0 FREQUENCY SKIP SWITCH [5 SKIP] ➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “7”.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn the frequency skip func- w
5 @3 SET MODE SWITCH [8 SET]

PANEL DESCRIPTION
tion ON and OFF in VFO mode. (p. 47)
SKIP
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the set mode. Push to
• “P SKIP” appears when the frequency skip function 8
SET select the displayed set mode item after se-
is in use.
lecting with [DIAL] while in the set mode.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to set the memory channel as the fol-
(p. 55)
lowing skip channel in memory mode in order. (p. 48)
• Skip channel — “SKIP” appears. ➥ Inputs digit ‘8’ for frequency input, memory channel se-
• Frequency skip channel — “P SKIP” appears. lection, etc.
• Non-skip channel — no skip indicator appears. ➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “8”.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to program a paused frequency as a @4 TUNING STEP SWITCH [9 TS]
skip frequency while scanning. (p. 48) ➥ Push for 1 sec. to select the tuning step.
➥ Inputs digit ‘5’ for frequency input, memory channel se- 9 (p. 18)
TS
lection, etc. ➥ Inputs digit ‘9’ for frequency input, memory
➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “5”. channel selection, etc.
@1 MEMORY NAME SWITCH [6 M.N] ➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “9”.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn the memory name indi- @5 RIT/ATTENUATOR SWITCH [0 RIT]
6 cation ON and OFF. (p. 39)
M.N ➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter the RIT/attenuator set
• Frequency appears for nameless memory chan- 0
RIT mode. Push to select the item after selecting
nels.
with [DIAL]. (p. 27)
➥ Inputs digit ‘6’ for frequency input, memory channel se-
• RIT function is available for 630.000 MHz and above.
lection, etc. • Attenuator for 629.995 MHz or less only.
➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “6”. ➥ Inputs digit ‘0’ for frequency input, memory channel se-
@2 TONE SCAN SWITCH [7 T.SCAN] lection, etc.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to start a tone scan. (p. 73) ➥ While pushing [PTT], this key sends the DTMF code “0”.
7 ➥ Inputs digit ‘7’ for frequency input, memory
T.SCAN
channel selection, etc.
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■ Function display

w e r t y u

i
o
q
!0

!5 !4 !3 !2 !1

q FREQUENCY READOUT e RECEIVE MODE INDICATORS (p. 21)

Shows the operating frequency, set mode contents, etc. Shows the receive mode.
• The smaller “75,” “50” and “25” to the right of the readout indi- • AM, FM and WFM are available.
cate 0.75, 0.5 and 0.25 kHz, respectively.
• The decimal point of the frequency blinks during scan. r DUPLEX INDICATORS (pgs. 29, 31)
Appears when semi-duplex operation (repeater operation)
w LOCK INDICATOR (p. 74) is in use.
Indicates that the lock function is in use. • “– DUP” appears when minus duplex is selected; “DUP” only, ap-
pears when plus duplex is selected.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

t TONE INDICATORS (p. 70) !0 MEMORY CHANNEL NUMBER READOUT (p. 20)
➥ Appears when the following tone functions are activated. Shows the memory or call channel number, etc. w

PANEL DESCRIPTION
• Subaudible tone encoder — “T” appears. (p. 29)
• Tone squelch — “T SQL” appears. (p. 71) !1 S/RF INDICATORS (p. 28)
• Pocket beep — “T SQLS” appears. (p. 71) Shows the relative signal strength while receiving. Shows
• DTCS squelch — “DTCS” appears. (p. 71) the relative output power while transmitting.
• DTCS beep — “SDTCS” appears. (p. 71)
➥ “S” blinks when the correct tone or code is received !2 LOW POWER INDICATOR (p. 28)
during pocket/DTCS beep operation. (p. 71) Appears when low output power is selected.

y RIT INDICATOR (p. 27) !3 VOLUME EXCHANGE INDICATOR (p. 23)

Appears when the RIT (Receive Incremental Tuning) func- Appears when the functions of tuning dial and [Y]/[Z]
tion for 630.000 MHz and above is in use. switches are exchanged.

u SKIP SCAN INDICATOR (p. 47) !4 BATTERY INDICATORS

➥ “SKIP” appears when a selected memory channel is set ➥ Both segments appear when the batteries have ample
as a skip channel. capacity.
➥ “P SKIP” appears when the memory channel frequency • They do not appear when operating with an external power
is set as a skip frequency in memory mode. source.
➥ “P SKIP” appears when the frequency skip function is ➥ Only the right segment “ ” appears when the batteries
turned ON in VFO mode. are nearing exhaustion.
➥ Blinks while charging the attached Li-Ion battery pack.
i PRIORITY WATCH INDICATOR (p. 50)
Appears when priority watch is in use. !5 ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 27)
Appears when the attenuator is in use.
o MEMORY MODE INDICATOR (p. 20)
Appears when a memory channel is selected.

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■ Battery attachment ■ Battery cautions

q Attach the Li-Ion battery pack (BP-217) or battery case NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas
(BP-216). may cause an explosion.
• Be sure to observe the correct direction.
• Charge Li-Ion battery pack before use.
NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack
w Lock the latch. becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to
the transceiver.
Battery pack or
NEVER short terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may
q battery case
flow into nearby metal objects so be careful when placing bat-
tery packs in handbags, etc.

If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after

w being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power
ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the
battery pack still does not retain a charge (or very little), a
new battery pack must be purchased.

Use Icom battery packs, chargers and cables only. The use of
Latch
non-Icom products may impair transceiver performance and
invalidate the warranty.
D Operating periods
The operating periods with BP-217 are: Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still
50 MHz Approx. 6 hr. flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from
144 MHz Approx. 5 hr. the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise,
440 MHz Approx. 5 hr. the battery pack or installed batteries will become exhausted.
at high power, Tx : Rx : Standby = 1:1:8

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■ Regular charging
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery q Attach the battery pack to the transceiver.
e
pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. w Be sure to turn the transceiver power OFF.

BATTERY CHARGING
e Connect the AC adapter* (BC-110AR/D/DR) as shown
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the
below.
transceiver OFF while charging.
* Not supplied with some versions.
• Recommended temperature range for charging: r Remove any cables from the [DC11V] jack.
+32°F to +95°F; 0°C to +35°C
• Charging period: 15 hours (w/BP-217)
• Use the wall charger* (BC-110AR/D/DR) only. NEVER use
another manufactures’ charger.
* Not supplied with some versions.
IC-T90A with BP-217
• An optional cable CP-19 (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) BC-110AR/D/DR
can be used instead of the AC adapters of the above charg-
ers. to AC outlet

D Battery indicators
The battery indicators blink while charging but do not indicate CP-19
the power condition. to (optional)
to a 12 V
DC power cigarette lighter
jack socket
“CHG_F” appears when the charging is completed. Discon-
nect the wall charger in this case.

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■ Rapid charging
BP-217
The optional BC-139 provides rapid charging of the battery Li-Ion battery pack
pack.
• Charging period: 2.5 hours (w/BP-217)
Turn power
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it OFF OFF.
while charging. Check the
orientation.
• Recommended temperature range for charging:
A
+32°F to +95°F; 0°C to +35°C Adapter (supplied
• NEVER connect 2 chargers to the [AC ADAPTER] and to AC with BC-139)
[DC13.5V] jacks of the BC-139. outlet Charging
terminal
• Use the supplied BC-123 for the BC-139 desktop charger.
LED
Connect BC-123 to the [AC ADAPTER] jack. Charging:
BC-123
• NEVER use another manufactures’ charger. (supplied with Orange
• An optional cable CP-19 (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) BC-139) Finished:
BC-139 (optional) Green
can be used instead of the supplied AC adapter. Connect
desktop charger
one of these to the [DC11V] jack in this case.
to [AC ADAPTER] jack

If the charge indicator blinks orange, there may be a prob-

lem with the battery pack (or charger). Re-insert the bat-
tery pack or contact your dealer.

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■ Battery case (Option) ■ External power operation

An optional cable CP-19 (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can
q Install 2 R6 (AA) size alkaline be used for external power operation. e
batteries into the optional
. • Power supply range is between 5.5–11.0 V DC.

BATTERY CHARGING
BP-216 BATTERY CASE.
• Be sure to observe the correct
NEVER CONNECT OVER 11.5 V DC directly into
polarity. the DC power jack of the transceiver.
w Install the battery case as • BE SURE to use CP-19 when connecting regulated
shown at right. 12 V DC power supply.
• If a battery pack is attached, the voltage of the external
A build in step-up convertor in power must be within 11.5–16 V DC, otherwise, the bat-
the BP-216 increases the volt- tery power may be used for operation.
age up to 5 V DC. • The maximum output power is 5.0 W regardless of the
power supply voltage.
Voltage indication
Keep battery contacts clean. • Remove the cables from the transceiver when not using
It’s a good idea to clean bat- it. Otherwise, the vehicle battery will become exhausted.
tery terminals once a week.

D Battery information
The batteries may seem to have low capacity when used in
low temperatures such as +14 °F (–10 °C) or below. Please
CP-19
keep the battery case or pack warm in this case. (optional)
to a 12 V
cigarette lighter
D Battery replacement to socket
When the batteries become exhausted, the function display DC power
jack
may blink or have a lower contrast. In these cases, replace
all batteries with new, same brand, alkaline batteries.
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■ Turning power ON D Setting volume level

The audio level can be adjusted through 32 levels.
D Turning power ON ➥ Push [Y] or [Z] to set the desired audio level.
q Make sure alkaline batteries are installed in the battery • Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [Y] or [Z] also sets the
case or the battery pack is charged, and attach them. audio level.
• [Y]/[Z] and [DIAL] can be exchanged by [1 V↔D]. (p. 23)
(p. 13)
w Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn the power ON.
• The function display shows “ICOM,” current voltage then the op-
erating frequency. Shows volume level.
• Repeat this step to turn power OFF.

The opening message can be turned ON or OFF in the ex-

[∫]
panded set mode 1. (p. 64)
[√]

Opening message ‘ICOM’

Voltage indication
D Volume level indication
The frequency display shows the volume level during setting
as shown below. Indication Audio level
0 (no sound)
1–11
Frequency indication
FM P SKIP
12–18
19–23 (default)
[PWR] 24–27
28–30
31 (Maximum)
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■ Tuning step D MHz tuning step

D Setting the tuning step This is useful to change the frequency
When using the tuning dial to change q Push [9 TS] for 1 sec. to enter tuning rapidly.
the frequency, or when a scan function step set mode.
is activated, the frequency changes in • “TS” appears. q Select VFO mode with [VFO]. r
increments determined by the set tun- w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired w Push [VFO MHz] for 1 sec. to select

BASIC OPERATION
ing step. Tuning steps can be selected tuning step. 1 MHz tuning step.
for each band. This transceiver has 13 • Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [9 e Push [VFO MHz] for 1 sec. again to
tuning steps as follows: TS] also selects the tuning step. select 10 MHz tuning step, if re-
• 5 kHz • 6.25 kHz • 8.33 kHz • Tuning step can be set in VFO and
quired.
memory modes.
• 9 kHz • 10 kHz • 12.5 kHz r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired
e Push [9 TS] or [VFO] to exit.
• 15 kHz • 20 kHz • 25 kHz MHz frequency.
• 30 kHz • 50 kHz • 100 kHz
5 kHz tuning step
t Push [VFO] to exit MHz tuning step.
• 200 kHz
1 MHz tuning step
FM P SKIP
[DIAL]
20 kHz tuning step

10 MHz tuning step

FM P SKIP

[VFO MHz]

[9 TS]

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■ Setting a frequency D Setting the frequency with keypad

q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
Push numeral keys and [•] to input the w Push the desired numeral buttons until inputting 1 kHz digit to set the frequency.
desired frequency. • When you want to change the 100 kHz digit and below, push [•] first, then the numeral but-
• Frequency can be set irrelevant of the se- tons.
lected band. • Acceptable digits for the 1 kHz digit depend on the 10 kHz digit.
• When inputting a frequency outside of the
frequency range, the previously selected • Setting to 0.684 MHz • Setting to 433.580 MHz • Changing 100 kHz and
frequency is automatically selected after in- 0 FM P SKIP 4 FM P SKIP below.
RIT DUP

putting 1 kHz digit. Setting 433.580 MHz to

433.240 MHz.
. FM P SKIP 3 FM P SKIP
DTMF.M H/L

6 FM P SKIP 3 FM P SKIP .
M.N H/L DTMF.M

8 FM P SKIP . FM P SKIP 2
SET DTMF.M TONE
[VFO]

4 FM P SKIP 5 FM P SKIP 4
DUP SKIP DUP

1 2 3
V D TONE H/L

4 5 6 0 8
SET
FM P SKIP 0
DUP SKIP M.N RIT RIT

7 8 9 .
T.SCAN SET TS DTMF.M

0 FM P SKIP
RIT

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■ Mode selection
D VFO mode D Memory mode D Call/TV/weather channels
VFO mode is used for setting a desired Memory mode is used for operation of Call channels are used for most-often-
frequency within the band range. memory channels which have pro- used frequencies for quick recall. TV r
➥ Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. grammed frequencies. and weather (U.S.A. version only)

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• Pushing [VFO] in VFO mode toggles ➥ Push [MR] to select memory mode. channels can be selected with
VFO A and B. • Pushing [MR] in memory mode toggles [CALL/TV].
memory channel and memory bank indi- ➥ Push [CALL/TV] to select a call, TV
What is VFO? cations. and weather channel in sequence.
VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Fre- • To program a memory Ch, refer to p. 37.
quency Oscillator. Frequencies for
transmitting and receiving are gener-
[CALL/TV]
ated and controlled by the VFO.

[MR]
Call channel
[VFO] FM

Memory channel
FM

VFO A TV channel
FM P SKIP W FM

Memory bank
FM

VFO B Weather channel (U.S.A. only)

FM P SKIP FM

A00–Y99 appear when a

memory bank is programmed.
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■ Operating band and receive mode selection

D Selecting the operating q Select VFO mode with [VFO]. D Selecting the receive mode
band w Push [BAND] several times to select Receive modes are determined by the
The transceiver can receive the BC the desired band. physical properties of the radio signals.
• Rotating the tuning dial while pushing The transceiver has 3 receive modes:
(broadcast) bands, 5 MHz band, 50
[BAND] also selects the operating band. FM, AM and WFM modes. Typically, AM
MHz band, FM broadcast band, Air
band, VHF (144 MHz) band, 220 MHz mode is used for the avionics band
band, 300 MHz band, UHF (430MHz) (108–135.995 MHz) and WFM is used
band or 800 MHz band. for FM broadcast stations
[BAND]
* Frequency coverage depends on versions. (76–107.995 MHz).
[VFO]
When pushing [PTT], a beep tone
sounds indicating the mode is not
FM mode. The transceiver cannot
BC (broadcast) bands 5MHz band 50MHz band WFM bands transmit in AM or WFM mode.
AM P SKIP AM P SKIP FM P SKIP W FM P SKIP
FM mode
FM P SKIP

0.495–1.620 MHz 1.625–34.995 MHz 35.000–75.995 MHz* 76.000–107.995 MHz*

800MHz band Air bands MODE

FM P SKIP AM P SKIP SCAN
Push [BAND] several times to WFM mode Push MODE
SCAN
BAND
W FM P SKIP
select the desired band. to toggle the
operating
550.000–999.990 MHz 108.000–135.995 MHz
mode.
UHF (430 MHz) band 300MHz band 220MHz band VHF (144 MHz) band MODE
SCAN
FM P SKIP FM P SKIP FM P SKIP FM P SKIP
AM mode
AM P SKIP

383.000–549.995 MHz 255.000–382.995 MHz 222.000–254.995 MHz 136.000–221.995 MHz

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■ Setting the squelch level

The squelch circuit mutes the received e Release [SQL] to return to the previ- D Monitor function
audio signal depending on the signal ous indication. This function is used to listen to weak
strength. The transceiver has 9 squelch signals or to open the tone squelch r
levels, a continuously open setting and [Squelch level indication] manually.

BASIC OPERATION
an automatic squelch setting. ➥ Push and hold [SQL] to monitor the
operating frequency.
D Setting the squelch level
q While pushing and holding [SQL], ro-
tate [DIAL] one-click to display the
current squelch level. Indication Squelch level
Open
w Rotate [DIAL] successively to adjust
Automatic (default)
the squelch level. [SQL]
• “LEVEL1” is loose squelch and Level 1 (loose)
“LEVEL9” is tight squelch. Level 2
• “AUTO” indicates automatic level adjust- Level 3
ment with a noise pulse count system. Level 4
Level 5
Level 6 FM P SKIP

[DIAL] Level 7
Level 8
Level 9 (tight)
Blinks while monitoring.

[SQL] The [SQL] switch can be set as a

monitor ON/OFF switch in set mode.
(p. 60)
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■ Receiving Y]/[Z
D Exchange [DIAL] and [Y Z] functions
The functions of tuning dial and [Y]/[Z] switches can be ex-
D Setting volume level changed, if desired.
➥ Push [Y] or [Z] to set the desired audio level.
• Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [Y] or [Z] also sets the ➥ Push [1 V↔D] for 1 sec. to exchange the functions of the
audio level. tuning dial and [Y]/[Z] switches.
• “VOL” appears when the functions are exchanged.
D Setting squelch level
q While pushing [SQL], rotate [DIAL] to select the squelch [DIAL]
level.
• “LEVEL1” is loose squelch and “LEVEL9” is tight squelch.
w Release [SQL] to return to the previous indication.
FM P SKIP

[DIAL] [∫]
[√] VOL

[1 V D] Appears when the functions

are exchanged.

[SQL]
[∫]
[√] Default setting Exchanged setting
Frequency setting
Memory channel setting
[DIAL] Scan direction setting Volume setting
Set mode setting
Frequency setting
Memory channel setting
[Y]/[Z] Volume setting Scan direction setting
Set mode setting

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D Receiving FM broadcast D Receiving amateur bands

[EXAMPLE]: Receiving 88.200 MHz. [EXAMPLE]: Receiving 145.600 MHz.

q Select VFO mode with [VFO]. q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
w For direct frequency input, push [8], [8], [•], [2], [0], [0]. w For direct frequency input, push [1], [4], [5], [•], [6], [0], [0]. r
• Skip e and t in this case. • Skip e and t in this case.

BASIC OPERATION
e Push [BAND] several times to select the FM broadcast e Push [BAND] several times to select the 144 MHz band.
band. • Default frequency (144 MHz band): 145.000 MHz
• Default frequency (FM broadcast band): 76.000 or 88.000 MHz r Push [MODE] several times to select FM mode if required.
r Push [MODE] several times to select WFM mode if re- t Rotate [DIAL] to set 145.600 MHz.
quired. y When a signal is received:
t Rotate [DIAL] to set 88.200 MHz. ➥ The TX/RX indicator lights green.
y When a signal is received: ➥ Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
➥ The TX/RX indicator lights green. ➥ The S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength.
➥ Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
➥ The S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength. [DIAL]

[DIAL] FM P SKIP

W FM P SKIP

[BAND]
S meter
[VFO]
[BAND] S meter [MODE]
[VFO]
[MODE]

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D Receiving TV channels
Available TV channels depends on the version. Refer to the
TV frequency table (p. 83) for details. Some channels are set
[DIAL]
as skip channels. Refer to the skip channel setting (p. 26) for
details. TV channel frequency and skip setting can be re-pro-
grammed via the CS-T90A cloning software, ask your dealer
for details.

q Select TV mode with [CALL/TV].

[BAND]
• Pushing [CALL/TV] toggles a call, TV and weather channel
(p. 77; U.S.A. version only) in sequence. [CALL/TV]
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired TV channel.
• Rotate [DIAL] while pushing [BAND] to select all TV channels.
W FM
e When a signal is received:
➥ The TX/RX indicator lights green.
➥ Squelch opens and audio is emitted from the speaker.
➥ The S/RF indicator shows the relative signal strength.
TV channel indication TV mode indication

Pushing [CALL/TV] selects the call channel and does not

return to the previous TV channel even if the previous
mode (VFO or memory) is selected from TV channel.

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D TV skip scan D TV skip channel setting

The transceiver automatically programs the receivable TV The skip channel setting can be set manually.
channels as non-skip channels and others as skip channels.
q Select TV mode with [CALL/TV].
q Select TV mode with [CALL/TV]. • Pushing [CALL/TV] selects a call, TV and weather channel r
• Pushing [CALL/TV] selects a call, TV and weather channel (U.S.A. version only) in sequence.

BASIC OPERATION
(U.S.A. version only) in sequence. w Rotate [DIAL] while pushing [BAND] to select the desired
w Push [MODE SCAN] for 1 sec. to start TV skip scan. TV channel.
• The transceiver automatically scans all TV channels. e Push [5 SKIP] for 1 sec. to toggle the skip setting.
e When the scan is finished: • “SKIP” appears when the channel is set as a skip channel.
➥ The receivable TV channels have been programmed as non-
skip channels and others as skip channels. [DIAL]
➥ Rotate [DIAL] to select the receivable TV channel.
➥ Rotate [DIAL] while pushing [BAND] to select all TV channels.

[DIAL]

[BAND]
[5 SKIP]
[BAND]

[MODE SCAN] W FM SKIP Skip indication

[CALL/TV]

W FM SKIP

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■ RIT function ■ Attenuator function

To compensate for the off frequency of a transmitting station, The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distorting when
the transceiver has receive incremental tuning for receiving fre- very strong signals are near the desired frequency or when
quencies above 630.000 MHz. The RIT function cannot be used very strong electric fields, such as from a broadcasting sta-
in TV mode and is automatically cancelled below 630.000 MHz. tion, are near your location. The attenuation level is approx.
10 dB.
The receive incremental tuning (RIT) shifts only the receive
frequency within approx. ±5 kHz.
q Push [0 RIT] for 1 sec. to select the ATT set mode item.
• “RIT” or “ATT” appears. If “RIT” appears, rotate [DIAL] to select
q Set an operating frequency above 630.000 MHz. “ATT.” When the operating frequency is 629.995 MHz or below,
w Push [0 RIT] for 1 sec. to select the RIT set mode item. ATT set mode is automatically selected.
• If “ATT” appears, rotate [DIAL] to select “RIT.” w Push [0 RIT] again to select the ATT set mode.
e Push [0 RIT] again to select the RIT set mode.
RIT/ATT selection menu Attenuator set mode
RIT set mode RIT function OFF

If the operating frequency is

629.995 MHz or below, this
r Rotate [DIAL] to adjust the shift frequency. menu does not appear.
• –5 to +5 appears while setting the shift frequency.
t Push [VFO] to exit the RIT set mode. e Push [VFO] to exit the ATT set mode.

RIT frequency adjustment RIT function example Attenuator is in use

FM P SKIP
FM P SKIP
R

ATT

Approx. +3 kHz shift RIT indication ATT appears

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■ Transmitting
D Amateur band operation D Operating band and w Push and hold [PTT] to transmit,
frequency setting then speak into the microphone.
CAUTION: Transmitting without • TX/RX indicator lights red.
an antenna may damage the trans- q Select VFO mode with [VFO]. r
• The S/RF indicator shows the output
w Push [BAND] several times to select

BASIC OPERATION
ceiver. power selection.
the desired amateur band. • Approx. output power:
Make sure a charged battery pack or al- • Rotating the tuning dial while pushing
4.5 W/0.5 W with 11 V DC (w/CP-19)
kaline batteries are installed. (p. 1) [BAND] also selects the operating band.
5.0 W/0.5 W with BP-217
e Set an operating frequency with the 0.1 W with BP-216 (fixed to low power)
[DIAL]
tuning dial. (p. 19) The output power is fixed to low
• To input the frequency directly, push [4], while operating with battery case.
[PTT] [3], [5], [•], [6], [8] and [0] for the example
Microphone below. e Release [PTT] to receive.
[BAND]
Lights FM P SKIP When LOW power is selected.
red while FM P SKIP
[3 H/L]
transmitting

LOW

IMPORTANT: To maximize the read- D Selecting output power and When HIGH power is selected.
ability of your transmitted signal, pause
a few sec. after pushing [PTT], hold the
transmitting FM P SKIP

microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) q Push [3 H/L] for 1 sec. to select the
from your mouth and speak at a nor- output power.
mal voice level. • Rotating the tuning dial while pushing
[3 H/L] also toggles the output power.
DFM narrow mode (transmit only)
The protect circuit interrupts the output • “LOW” appears when low output power
The transceiver has narrow deviation
power when more than 11.5 V DC is is selected. If “LOW” does not appear,
high output power is selected.
(±2.5 kHz) mode. Set narrow mode in
connected.
expanded set mode 2, if desired. (p. 66)
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■ Repeater operation
When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from r Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
the receive frequency by the offset frequency. (p. 31) It is con- • The displayed frequency au-
venient to program repeater information into memory chan- tomatically changes to the
nels. (p. 37) transmit frequency (repeater
input frequency).
Repeater
• If “OFF” appears, check the [PTT]
434.340 MHz 434.340 MHz Uplink
(transmitting freq.) offset frequency or shift di-
Downlink
(receiving freq.) rection. (p. 31) Lights
439.340 MHz 439.340 MHz
red while
transmitting.
Station A Station B

q Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency). While receiving While transmitting
w Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or FM DUP T P SKIP FM DUP T P SKIP

DUP; see p. 31 for details.)

• When the auto repeater function is in use (U.S.A. and Korea ver-
sions only), this selection and step e are not necessary. (p. 33)

“DUP” appears. t Release [PTT] to receive.

FM DUP T P SKIP
y Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station’s
transmit signal can be directly received or not.

U.S.A. and Korea versions:

Auto repeater function uses the settings of the repeater
e Push [2 TONE] for 1 sec. to activate the subaudible tone tone frequency and offset frequency.
encoder, according to repeater requirements.
• “T” appears. Refer to p. 70 for tone frequency settings.
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D Checking the repeater input signal D Off band indication

The transceiver can check whether the other station’s trans- If the transmit frequency is out of the amateur band, the off
mit signal can be received directly or not. band indication “OFF” appears on the display when [PTT] is r
pushed. Check the offset frequency or duplex direction in this

BASIC OPERATION
➥ Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station’s case. (p. 31)
transmit signal can be directly received or not.
• When the other station’s signal can be directly received, move to U.S.A. and Korea versions:
a non-repeater frequency with simplex. (duplex OFF) Auto repeater function uses the setting of the offset fre-
quency.
Indication while receiving
FM DUP T P SKIP FM DUP T P SKIP

SQL
[SQL]
Receives –5 MHz shift frequency
FM DUP T P SKIP ➲ CONVENIENT
Tone scan function: When you don’t know the subaudible
tone used for a repeater, the tone scan is convenient for de-
tecting the tone frequency.
➥ Push [7 T.SCAN] for 1 sec. to activate. See p. 73 for more
information.

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■ Duplex operation
D Setting duplex direction
D Setting offset frequency
➥ Push [4 DUP] for 1 sec. to select “– DUP” or “DUP”.
When communicating through a repeater, the transmit fre-
• “–DUP” or “DUP” indicates the transmit frequency for minus shift
quency is shifted from the receive frequency by an amount or plus shift, respectively.
determined by the offset frequency. • When offset frequency
is 500 kHz.
q Select VFO mode or desired memory channel to be pro- –Duplex example
grammed. [DIAL] Receiving
w Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode. FM DUP T P SKIP

e Rotate [DIAL] until “OFFSET” appears.

r Push [8 SET] again to select offset frequency.
Transmitting
t Rotate [DIAL] to set the desired offset frequency.
[SQL] FM DUP T P SKIP

• The tuning step becomes the selected tuning step.

•Push [VFO MHz] for 1 sec. to use the MHz tuning step, if desired.
y Push [VFO] to exit set mode.
[4 DUP] +Duplex example
No offset frequency 5.0 MHz offset Receiving
[VFO MHz] FM DUP T P SKIP

[8 SET]

20.0 MHz offset Transmitting

FM DUP T P SKIP

U.S.A. and Korea versions:

U.S.A. and Korea versions: Auto repeater function has priority over the manual duplex
Auto repeater function uses the setting of the offset fre- setting. If the frequency changes after setting, the auto re-
quency. Take care the offset frequency. (p. 33) peater function may have changed the duplex setting.
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■ Split operation
Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and receive D Split frequency operation example
on two different frequencies in the same band. The split fre- [EXAMPLE]: VFO A FM 145.240 MHz
quency operation is performed using 2 frequencies, one in VFO B FM 145.340 MHz r
VFO A and one in B.

BASIC OPERATION
q Push [VFO] several times to select VFO A.
• Pushing [VFO] toggles VFO A and B.
D Setting split frequency operation w Push [BAND] several times to select the 144 MHz band.
q Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
e Push [MODE] several times to select FM mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] until “EXP2” appears.
r Set the operating frequency to 145.240 MHz with the tun-
e Push [8 SET] to select expanded set mode 2.
ing dial.
r Rotate [DIAL] to turn the expanded set mode 2 ON.
t Push [VFO] to select VFO B.
y Push [BAND] several times to select the 144 MHz band.
u Push [MODE] several times to select FM mode.
i Set the operating frequency to 145.340 MHz.
t Push [8 SET] to exit expanded set mode 2. o Push [PTT] to start the split frequency operation.
y Rotate [DIAL] until “SPLIT” appears.
u Push [8 SET] to select split function. [DIAL] VFO A
FM P SKIP
i Rotate [DIAL] to select split function ON or OFF.

[PTT]

[BAND] VFO B
o Push [VFO] to exit set mode. FM P SKIP

FM P SKIP • “SPA” or “SPB” appears and [VFO]

the split frequency operation is [MODE]
activated. [8 SET]

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■ Auto repeater function • Korea version

(U.S.A. and Korea versions only) FREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION

The U.S.A. and Korea versions automatically activate the re- 439.000–440.000 MHz “–DUP” appears
peater settings (duplex ON/OFF, duplex direction, tone en-
coder ON/OFF) when the operating frequency falls within or q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
outside of the general repeater output frequency range. The w Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
offset and repeater tone frequencies are not changed by the e Rotate [DIAL] until “AUTO RP” appears.
auto repeater function, reset these frequencies, if necessary. r Push [8 SET] to select auto repeater set mode.
t Rotate [DIAL] to turn the auto repeater function ON (DUP
ONLY or DUP TONE) or OFF.
D Frequency range and offset direction U.S.A. version:
• U.S.A. version • “DUP ONLY” Activates duplex only.
• “DUP TONE” Activates duplex and tone.
FREQUENCY RANGE SHIFT DIRECTION
• “OFF” Auto repeater function is turned OFF.
151.620–151.995 MHz Korea version:
152.500–152.995 MHz “–DUP” appears • “ON” Activates duplex and tone.
153.500–153.995 MHz • “OFF” Auto repeater function is turned OFF.

145.200–145.495 MHz y Push [VFO] to exit set mode.

“–DUP” appears
146.610–146.995 MHz
147.000–147.395 MHz “DUP” appears
442.000–444.995 MHz “DUP” appears Auto repeater function Duplex and tone activated.
is turned OFF.
447.000–449.995 MHz “–DUP” appears DUP DUP

Duplex activated only. Duplex and tone activated.

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■ 1750 Hz tone
Some European repeaters require a 1750 Hz tone to be ac- u Push and hold [PTT] to transmit.
cessed. For such European repeaters, perform the following. i Release [PTT] to receive.
• This tone can be use as a ‘Call signal’ in countries out of Europe. o Push and hold [SQL] to check whether the other station’s r
transmit signal can be received directly or not.

BASIC OPERATION
q Push [• DTMF.M] for 1 sec. to select DTMF memory.

w Rotate [DIAL] counter-clockwise until “T-CALL” appears.

e Push [VFO] to exit DTMF memory.

r Set the receive frequency (repeater output frequency).
t Set the shift direction of the transmit frequency. (–DUP or
DUP; see p. 31 for details.)
y While pushing [PTT], push [SQL] for 1 to 2 sec. to transmit
a 1750 Hz tone burst signal.
• If “OFF” appears, check the offset frequency or shift direction.
(p. 31)
• The displayed frequency automatically changes to the transmit
frequency (repeater input frequency).

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■ General D Default memory contents example

CHANNEL DESCRIPTION
The transceiver has 500 memory channels, 50 scan edge
channels and 5 call channels for storage of often-used fre- • Regular memory channel
quencies. • Default memory channel example
000–499 Mch 000 151.000 MHz
(Memory Mch 001 145.000 MHz
Memory channels can be named with 6 characters and as-
channel; Mch) Mch 002 430.000 MHz
signed to 18 banks.
*Mch 003–499 are blank channels.
D Memory/call channel contents • Program scan edge channel
The following information can be programmed into memory
25 pairs (50 channels)
or call channels:
• Default scan edge example
• Operating frequency (p. 19) 0A/0B– 0A: 1110.495 MHz 0B: 440.000 MHz
• Receive mode (p. 21) 24A/24B 1A: 1150.000 MHz 1B: 1152.000 MHz
• Tuning step (p. 18) (Scan edge 2A: 1144.000 MHz 2B: 1146.000 MHz
• Duplex direction (DUP or – DUP) with an offset frequency channel) 3A: 1430.000 MHz 3B: 1440.000 MHz
(p. 31) 1 1
• Subaudible tone encoder, tone squelch or DTCS squelch
ON/OFF (pgs. 29, 71) *4A/4B–24A/24B are blank channels.
• Subaudible tone and tone squelch frequencies (p. 70) • Calling channel for amateur bands
• DTCS code with code phase mode (pgs. 65, 70) • Can be used as regular memory channel
• Memory bank (p. 41) • Default call channel example
• Memory name (p. 39) C0–C4 C0 151.000 MHz
• Scan skip setting (p. 48) (Call channel) C1 145.000 MHz
C2 430.000 MHz

*C3 and 4 are blank channels.

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■ Calling up memory channels

Memory channels can be selected with D Selecting with tuning dial ➲ CONVENIENT
the [DIAL] and keypad. q Push [MR] to select memory mode. The memory channels (000–099) can
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired be selected with 1 or 2 digits plus [MR].
• Blank channels cannot be selected via memory channel. • Selecting memory channel 005.
[DIAL]. Push [5] and [MR]. t
• Blank channels can be selected via key- Memory mode indication • Selecting memory channel 024.

MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
FM
pad. Appears Push [2], [4] and [MR].
• Previously selected channels appear
when the wrong memory channel num-
ber is entered. D Check contents of all
Memory channel number memory channels
[DIAL] q Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to enter
D Selecting with keypad memory write condition.
• Memory channel readout blinks.
q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
w Push the desired numeral keys to FM

select the desired memory channel.

• Selecting memory channel 001.
Push [0], [0] and [1].
[MR S.MW]
• Selecting memory channel 056.
Push [0], [5] and [6]. w Rotate [DIAL] to check the desired
• Selecting memory channel 499. memory channel.
1 2 3 keypad
V D TONE H/L Push [4], [9] and [9].
Rotating [DIAL] while pushing
4 5 6 0 [BAND] also selects all memory
DUP SKIP M.N RIT

7 8 9
channels.
T.SCAN SET TS

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■ Programming memory channels

Program the desired frequency into a memory channel, call D Programming a memory channel
channel or scan edge channel as follows. [EXAMPLE]: 433.520 MHz into Mch 11

The memory channels are shared with all bands. Memory q Select VFO mode with [VFO].
channels 003–499 are blank (non-programmed) channels as w Set the desired frequency:
a factory setting. ➥ Select the desired band with [BAND].
➥ Set the frequency using [DIAL].
[DIAL] ➥ Set other data (e.g. offset frequency, duplex direction,
subaudible tone frequency, etc.), if required.
e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to indicate memory channels.
• Memory channel indicator “ ” and channel readout blinks.
• Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the pre-
viously selected memory channel contents will be overwritten.
[BAND]
[VFO]
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired channel.
[MR S.MW] • Call channels (C0–C4), VFO (VF) and scan edge channels
(0A/0B–24A/24B), as well as regular memory channels, can be
programmed in this way.
t Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to program.

q, w Set the frequency. e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. r Select the desired channel. t Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec.
FM P SKIP FM FM P SKIP

“ ” and memory channel VFO mode is selected after writing.

readout blinks.

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■ Transferring memory
D Auto memory channel increment contents to VFO
While programming a memory channel, the next memory
This is convenient when operating around a memory or call
channel can be selected automatically. This is convenient
channel.
when programming memory channels one after another.
t
q Push [VFO] several times to select VFO A or B to be trans-
➥ Keep pushing [MR S.MW] for 2 sec. or more, at step t of

MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
ferred.
the left section, to select the next memory channel auto-
w Push [MR] to select memory mode.
matically.
e Set the desired memory channel with [DIAL].
• Call or scan edge channel contents can be transferred in the
Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. Keep pushing [MR S.MW].
same manner. Select a call channel in this case.
FM FM P SKIP
r Push [MR S.MW] for 2 sec. to transfer.

[EXAMPLE]: Transferring memory channel 26 to VFO A.

Next memory channel is
automatically selected.
[DIAL] Select the desired Mch.
FM DUP T
VFO is selected.
FM P SKIP

MR
S.MW for 2 sec.
Transfer to VFO.
FM DUP T P SKIP

[MR]

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■ Copying memory contents ■ Memory names

This is convenient when programming memory contents into Each memory, scan edge and call channels can be pro-
a scan edge channel or call channel. grammed with an alphanumeric name such as a repeater
• Call or scan edge channel contents can be copied in the same name, club name, etc., for easy recognition. Names can be
manner. a maximum of 6 characters—see the table at right for avail-
q Push [MR S.MW] to select memory mode. able characters.
w Select the memory channel to be copied with [DIAL].
e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. D Memory name input
• Memory channel indicator and number blinks.
q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
• Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the pre-
w Set the desired memory channel with [DIAL].
viously selected VFO will be overwritten.
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the target memory channel. FM DUP T

t Push [MR S.MW] for 2 sec. to copy.

Select a channel to copy.
[DIAL] FM DUP T

e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to indicate the memory channel.

• Memory channel indicator blinks.
• Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the pre-
viously selected VFO will be overwritten.
Select desired channel.
r Push [CALL/TV] several times to select “NAME.”
• Memory name screen appears. The 1st character of the name
[MR] and “X” blinks.
• Previously programmed name appears, if programmed.

Write into the channel.

FM DUP T

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t Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired character. The memory names are automatically programmed into
• See the following list for available characters. the memory channels.
y Push [BAND] to advance the cursor.
• Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [BAND] also selects the
cursor.
D Memory name indication
Turn the memory name indication ON and OFF as follows.
t
➥ Push [6 M.N] for 1 sec. to toggle the memory name indi-

MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
cation ON and OFF.
u Repeat t and y until the desired name is input. • Frequencies are displayed for the memory channels which do
i Push [VFO] to program the name. not have memory names. You cannot display both.
o If you want to set other channels, repeat w through i to • To change the memory name, program a new memory name
set the desired name. again.

FM DUP T FM DUP T

[DIAL] Memory name ON

• Available characters

[BAND] Memory name indication

FM DUP T
[VFO]
[MR]
[CALL/TV]
[8 SET]

Space

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■ Memory bank
The transceiver has 500 memory channels that can be as- Memory banks are used for arrangement of a memory
signed to 18 banks for faster memory access, memory channel. When you edit the original memory channel con-
arrangement, etc. tents, the memory bank contents are updated automati-
cally.
Each bank (A–H, J, L, N–R, T, U and Y) can be assigned up
to 100 memory channels.
Mch contents Memory bank Memory bank contents D Setting a memory bank
000 51.000 MHz A 00–99 144 MHz Repeater*
A00
001 145.000 MHz
B00
B 00–99 440 MHz Repeater* q Push [MR] to select memory mode.
002 433.000 MHz C 00–99 VHF air frequencies
w Set the desired memory channel with [DIAL].
003 145.120 MHz D 00–99
004 435.340 MHz E 00–99 e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to indicate a memory channel.
A01
005 145.040 MHz F 00–99 • Memory channel indicator blinks.
B01
006 433.560 MHz G 00–99 • Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the pre-
007 850.480 MHz H 00–99
008 52.560 MHz J 00–99 viously selected VFO will be overwritten.
009 1.620 MHz L 00–99 r Push [CALL/TV] several times to select “BANK.”
010 50.140 MHz N 00–99 • Memory bank screen appears.
C00
011 118.200 MHz O 00–99
012 76.500 MHz P 00–99 • Previously programmed memory bank appears, if programmed.
C01
013 118.125 MHz
A02
Q 00–99 t Push [BAND] to select a memory bank.
014 145.540 MHz R 00–99 • Rotating the tuning dial while pushing [BAND] also selects the
015 369.850 MHz T 00–99
016 434.720 MHz
B02
U 00–99
memory bank.
017 848.98750 MHz Y 00–99 • Select “-- -- -- --” to clear the memory bank information.
018 852.720 MHz y Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired channel.
019 75.795 MHz *Above sample is collected 144
020 127.700 MHz
C02
MHz Repeater channels to bank A • Previously used memory bank channel cannot be selected.
A03
021 146.300 MHz and 440 MHz Repeater channels u Push [VFO] to program the memory bank channel.
to bank B.
C03
499 119.870 MHz

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VFO mode Release [CALL/TV].

FM P SKIP

[DIAL]

t
q Push [MR] to select memory mode. t Push [BAND] to select memory bank.

MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
w Select Mch with [DIAL]. y Rotate [DIAL] to select memory bank channel.
FM

[BAND]
[MR S.MW]
[CALL/TV]
Memory bank and Selected memory channel.
channel.

e Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to

indicate Mch. u Push [VFO].
FM FM

Memory channel indicator flashes. Memory bank is programmed and

➥ Push [BAND] to select the memory bank in sequence.
memory mode is selected. ➥ Pushing [MR] toggles the memory channel indication
and memory bank indication.
r Push [CALL/TV]. Memory channel indication Memory bank indication
FM FM

Each push selects BANK, NAME,

SKIP, CLEAR and S.MW in sequence.

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■ Memory clear
Unwanted memory channels can be cleared (erased). Before r Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to clear the selected memory
clearing a memory channel make sure it is no longer needed channel.
as cleared memories cannot be recalled. Scan edges (0A/0B) • 3 beeps sound, then the frequency is cleared.
cannot be cleared.

q Push [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. to indicate a memory channel.

• Memory channel indicator blinks.
• Do not hold [MR S.MW] for more than 2 sec., otherwise the pre-
t Push [VFO] to return to the previous mode.
viously selected VFO or memory channel will be overwritten.
w Select the memory channel to be cleared with [DIAL]. VFO mode Memory mode
AM P SKIP
• Scan edges (0A/0B) cannot be cleared.
FM DUP T

[DIAL]
e Push [CALL/TV] several times to select “CLEAR.”

[VFO]
[MR S.MW]
[CALL/TV]

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■ Call channel
5 call channels are available to store the most-often-used fre- • Call channel example (depends on version)
quencies for quick recall.
50MHz band call channel UHF band call channel
FM FM
The call channels can be programmed in a similar manner to
memory channel programming. t
➥ Select C0–C4 for programming call channels 0–4 in step

MEMORY/CALL CHANNELS
r in “Programming memory channels.” (p. 37) VHF band call channel
FM

D Selecting a call channel

q Push [CALL/TV] to select a call channel.
• Pushing [CALL/TV] selects a call, TV and weather (U.S.A. ver-
sion only) channel in sequence. [DIAL]
w Rotate [DIAL] counterclockwise or clockwise to select a
programmed call channel.
• Rotating [DIAL] while pushing [BAND] selects all call channels.
e Push [VFO] or [MR] to return to the previously selected
mode.
[BAND]
[MR]
[CALL/TV]

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■ Scan types Up to 25 programmed scan ranges (0A/0B to 24A/24B), full

memory scan, select band scan and memory bank scan pro-
vide scanning versatility. Each scan can have skip channels
programmed.

D VFO scans D Memory scans

FULL SCAN (p. 46) FULL MEMORY SCAN (p. 48)
Lower Upper Repeatedly scans all fre- Repeatedly scans all mem-
edge edge quencies over the entire re- CH-001 CH-002 CH-003 ory channels except skip
ceive range. SKIP channels.
P SKIP Scan P SKIP CH-000 CH-004
• Some frequency ranges
are restricted depending on
Jump CH-499 CH-006 CH-005
versions.

BAND SCAN (p. 46)

Lower Upper Repeatedly scans all fre- SELECT BAND SCAN (p. 48)
band edge band edge quencies over the entire se- Repeatedly scans memory
78.500 80.200 81.250 channels except skip chan-
lected band.
Scan SKIP nels within a selected mem-
77.500 85.100
Start ory band. (e.g. WFM, 144
Jump MHz or 440 MHz memory
101.200 96.500 90.150
(Unit: MHz) band, etc.)
PROGRAMMED SCAN (p. 46)
Repeatedly scans between BANK SCAN (p. 48)
Lower Upper
scan edge scan edge two user-programmed fre- Repeatedly scans memory
(0A–24A) (0B–24B) quencies. Used for checking CH-A01 CH-A03 CH-A04 channels except skip chan-
for frequencies within a SKIP
Jump Scan nels within a specified mem-
specified range such as re- CH-A00 CH-A12
ory bank (i.e. memory Bank,
peater output frequencies,
Jump CH-A99 CH-A35 CH-A13 A00–A99).
etc.
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■ VFO scan q Select VFO mode with [VFO].

w Push [5 SKIP] for 1 sec. to toggle the frequency skip func-
The following scans are available for the VFO scan. tion ON or OFF.
• “P SKIP” appears when the frequency skip function is turned ON.
FULL SCAN e Set the squelch level, if desired.
Repeatedly scans all frequencies over the entire receive r While pushing [MODE SCAN], rotate [DIAL] to select the
range. desired scan range.
• Some frequency ranges are restricted depending on versions. • “ALL” for full scan, “BAND” for band scan or “PROG 0–24” for
programmed scan. y
BAND SCAN t Release [MODE SCAN] to start the scan.

SCAN OPERATION
Repeatedly scans all frequencies over the entire selected • Decimal point blinks while scanning.
• “P SKIP” blinks when the frequency skip function is turned ON.
band.
• To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL].
• If the pocket beep or DTCS beep function is activated, the trans-
PROGRAMMED SCAN ceiver automatically selects the tone squelch or DTCS squelch
Repeatedly scans between two user-programmed frequen- function when a scan starts.
cies. Used for checking for frequencies within a specified y To stop the scan, push [VFO].
range such as repeater output frequencies, etc.
Full scan Band scan

Skip frequencies are not scanned when the frequency skip

function is in use. (“P SKIP” appears)

If the same frequencies are programmed into a pair of

scan edges, programmed scan does not start. Programmed scan Scanning example
FM P SKIP

For programmed scan, scan edges must be programmed

in advance. Program scan edges in the same manner as
programming a memory channel. (p. 37)
Flashes while scanning.

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■ Frequency skip function ■ Skip channel setting

Unwanted frequencies can be skipped and programmed as Memory channels can be set to be skipped for memory skip
skip channels when full scan, band scan or programmed scan scan. In addition, memory channels can be set to be skipped
is pausing. for both memory skip scan and frequency skip scan. These
are useful to speed up the scan interval.
q Start a VFO scan. (p. 46)
w While receiving an unwanted signal and scan pauses, q Select memory mode with [MR].
push [5 SKIP] for 1 sec. to program the received frequency w Rotate [DIAL] to select memory channel to set the skip in-
as a skip frequency. formation.
• The transceiver emits 3 beeps and the scan resumes. e Push [5 SKIP] for 1 sec. one or more times to select the
• Non-programmed memory channels (blank channels) are used condition.
for skip frequency programming in reverse sequence. • “OFF” for no skipping of channels, “SKIP” for memory skip scan
• Do not release [5 SKIP] before 1 sec., otherwise the scan stops or “P SKIP” for frequency skip scan and memory skip scan.
and the transceiver enters frequency setting condition.
Skip indication
Push [5 SKIP] for 1 sec. to program
When scan pauses. the frequency as a skip frequency. FM P SKIP

FM P SKIP FM P SKIP

Flashes while scanning. Blank channels are used in

reverse sequence. “P SCAN” setting is effective when the frequency skip func-
tion is turned ON. (p. 46)
To scan the skip frequency after programming, cancel the
skip information or clear the memory channel. (p. 43)

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■ Memory scan q Push [MR] to enter the memory bank mode.

• Pushing [MR] toggles the memory channel and memory bank
Memory scan repeatedly scans all memory channels except modes.
skip channels. • Program 2 or more memory channels to a memory bank in ad-
vance.
There are 3 types of memory scan, select band scan, full
w Push [BAND] several times to select the desired memory
bank scan and bank scan are available.
bank if desired.
e While pushing [MODE SCAN], rotate [DIAL] to select [ALL]
D Full memory scan/Select band scan or [BANK]. y
q Push [MR] to enter memory mode. • “ALL” scans for full bank or “BANK” scans for within a specified

SCAN OPERATION
w While pushing and holding [MODE SCAN], rotate [DIAL] to memory bank only.
select from scan-guidance, [ALL], [SEL BC], [SEL 5], [SEL r Release [MODE SCAN] to start the memory scan.
50], [SEL WFM], [SEL AIR], [SEL 144], [ SEL 220], [SEL • Decimal point blinks while scanning.
300], [SEL 440] or [SEL 800]. • To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL].
• [ALL] scans full programmed memories except skip channels. t Push [VFO] to stop the scan.
• Scan-guidance appear(s) for programmed band(s) only.
• Scan repeatedly scans memory channels except skip channels Full bank scan Release [MODE SCAN]
FM P SKIP
within a selected memory band.
e Release [MODE SCAN] to start the memory scan.
• Decimal point blinks while scanning.
Select band scan *
• To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL]. FM P SKIP
• While receiving an unwanted signal and scan pauses, push [5
SKIP] for 1 sec. to set the received channel as a skip channel.
r Push [VFO] to stop the scan. Bank scan *
FM P SKIP

D Full bank scan/Bank scan

Bank scan repeatedly scans memory channels except skip
* **
channels within a selected memory bank. *Flashes while scanning.
**Bank name appears.
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■ Scan notes
D Squelch setting D When receiving a signal
Scanning stops when the squelch opens. Make sure the The scan pauses according to the scan pause time (default:
squelch is set to the threshold point or desired squelch level. 10 sec.). It can be selected as a pause or timer scan
➥ Rotate the tuning dial while pushing [SQL] to select auto- (2–20 sec.) in set mode. (p. 58)
matic squelch (AUTO) or a level (1–9) where the noise is
muted. (p. 22) The scan restarts after a signal disappears according to the
resume time (default: 2 sec.). It can be selected from 0–5 sec.
or ‘hold’ (indefinitely) in set mode. (p. 58)
D Tuning dial operation while scanning
➥ Scan starts in the upward direction. To change the scan-
ning direction, rotate [DIAL] clockwise or counterclockwise. D Scan stop beep
➥ Rotating [DIAL] while a scan is posed, resumes the scan A beep sounds when a scan stops to confirm the scan has
manually. detected a signal. This function can be turned ON or OFF in
expanded set mode 1. (p. 62)

D Tuning step setting while scanning

The tuning step set while scanning becomes the selected tun- D Scan stop LED
ing step. Reset the tuning step before scanning, if necessary. The keypad backlighting blinks when a scan stops to confirm
(p. 18) the scan has detected a signal. This function can be turned
ON or OFF in expanded set mode 1. (p. 62)

D Skip function
Memory channels can be set to be skipped for memory skip D Busy LED ON/OFF
scan. In addition, memory channels can be set to be skipped The receive indicator can be turned ON or OFF in set mode.
for both memory skip scan and frequency skip scan. These (p. 59)
are useful to speed up the scan interval. (p. 47)
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■ Priority watch types If the pocket beep function is activated, the transceiver au-
Priority watch checks for signals on a frequency every 5 sec. tomatically selects the tone squelch function when priority
while operating on a VFO frequency or scan. The transceiver watch starts.
has 6 priority watch types to suit your needs.

The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume ■ Priority alert
condition. See p. 58 for details.
You can be alerted with beeps and a blinking “S,” when a
MEMORY or CALL CHANNEL WATCH priority watch detects a signal on the watching frequency.
u
While operating on a VFO frequency, priority watch checks
q Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.

PRIORITY WATCH
for a signal in the selected memory or call channel every 5
sec. w Rotate [DIAL] until “PRIO” appears.
• A memory channel with skip information can be watched.

MEMORY SCAN WATCH

While operating on a VFO frequency, priority watch checks
for signals in each memory channel in sequence. e Push [8 SET] to select the priority watch item.
• The memory skip function is useful to speed up the scan. r Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority alert item. (“BELL”)

VFO SCAN with MEMORY or CALL CHANNEL WATCH

While scanning in VFO mode, priority watch checks for sig-
nals in the selected memory or call channel every 5 sec.
t Push [VFO] to exit set mode and start the priority watch.
VFO SCAN with MEMORY SCAN WATCH
While scanning in VFO mode, priority watch checks for sig-
nals in memory channels every 5 sec.

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■ Priority watch operation

D Memory channel watch u Push [VFO] to exit set mode and start the priority watch.
While operating on a VFO frequency, priority watch checks • The transceiver checks the memory channel frequency every
for a signal in the selected memory channel every 5 sec. 5 sec.
• A memory channel with skip information can be watched. • The watch resumes according to the selected scan resume con-
dition. (p. 58)

q Select VFO mode; then, set an operating frequency. While operating on a VFO The watch stops on the selected
w Select the desired memory channel. frequency channel when a signal is received.
e Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode. FM P SKIP FM
PRIO PRIO
r Rotate [DIAL] until “PRIO” appears.
t Push [8 SET] to select the priority watch item.
y Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority watch (“ON”) or priority Checks for a signal in the selected
watch with alert (“BELL”). memory channel every 5 sec.

Priority watch item

[DIAL] i Push [VFO] while the display shows the VFO frequency to
stop the watch.

Priority watch with alert

[VFO] Push [VFO] to start.

FM P SKIP
PRIO
[8 SET]

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D VFO scan with memory channel watch D Memory scan watch

While scanning in VFO mode, priority watch checks for sig- While operating on a VFO frequency, priority watch checks
nals in the selected memory channel every 5 sec. for a signal in memory channels every 5 sec.
• A memory channel with skip information can be watched.
q Select VFO mode; then, set an operating frequency.
q Select the desired memory channel to be watched. w Select memory mode.
w Select VFO mode. e Push [MODE SCAN] for 1 sec. to start a memory scan.
e Push [MODE SCAN] for 1 sec. to start a VFO scan. (full r Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
scan, band scan or programmed scan) t Rotate [DIAL] until “PRIO” appears.
r Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode. y Push [8 SET] to select the priority watch item.
t Rotate [DIAL] until “PRIO” appears.
u
u Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority watch (“ON”) or priority

PRIORITY WATCH
y Push [8 SET] to select the priority watch item. watch with alert (“BELL”).
u Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority watch (“ON”) or priority i Push [VFO] to exit set mode and start the priority watch.
watch with alert (“BELL”). o Push [VFO] while the display shows the VFO frequency to
i Push [VFO] to exit set mode and start the priority watch. stop the watch.
o Push [VFO] while the display shows the VFO frequency to CH-499
stop the VFO scan and priority watch. CH-400 CH-000

Memory scan
51.000 CH-300 CH-001
850.000 145.100
VFO frequency
VFO scan 5 sec.
145.120 FM P SKIP
PRIO

433.500 Memory channel CH-200 CH-002

FM 145.140
PRIO

5 sec. Watches Mch while

CH-100 operating on VFO. CH-003

Watches Mch while Pauses when a signal

145.200
433.000 VFO scanning. CH-006 CH-004 is received in Mch.
Pauses when a signal CH-005
is received in Mch. 145.220

145.280 145.240
145.260

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D VFO scan with memory scan watch D Call channel watch

While scanning in VFO mode, priority watch checks for sig- While operating on a VFO frequency, priority watch checks
nals in memory channels every 5 sec. for a signal in the selected call channel every 5 sec.

q Select memory mode. q Select VFO mode; then, set an operating frequency.
w Push [MODE SCAN] for 1 sec. to start a memory scan. w Push [CALL/TV] to select call channel mode.
• Start the memory scan first, otherwise, memory scan watch does e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired call channel.
not start. r Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
e Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode. t Rotate [DIAL] until “PRIO” appears.
r Rotate [DIAL] until “PRIO” appears. y Push [8 SET] to select the priority watch item.
t Push [8 SET] to select the priority watch item. u Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority watch (“ON”) or priority
y Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority watch (“ON”) or priority watch with alert (“BELL”).
watch with alert (“BELL”). i Push [VFO] to exit set mode and start the priority watch.
u Push [VFO] to exit set mode and start the memory scan o Push [VFO] while the display shows the VFO frequency to
watch. stop the watch.
i Push [MODE SCAN] for 1 sec. to start a VFO scan. (full
scan, band scan or programmed scan) While operating on a VFO The watch stops on the selected
frequency channel when a signal is received.
• VFO scan with memory scan watch is now activated.
FM P SKIP FM
• The scan or watch pauses when a signal is received on a VFO PRIO PRIO

frequency or memory channels select for watch.

o Push [VFO] while the display shows the VFO frequency to
stop the VFO scan and priority watch. Checks for a signal in the selected
call channel every 5 sec.

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D VFO scan with call channel watch

While scanning in VFO mode, priority watch checks for sig-
nals in the selected call channel every 5 sec.

q Select VFO mode.

w Push [CALL/TV] to select call channel mode.
e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired call channel.
r Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
t Rotate [DIAL] until “PRIO” appears.
y Push [8 SET] to select the priority watch item.
u Rotate [DIAL] to select the priority watch (“ON”) or priority
u

PRIORITY WATCH
watch with alert (“BELL”).
i Push [VFO] to exit set mode and start the priority watch.
o Push [MODE SCAN] for 1 sec. to start a VFO scan. (full
scan, band scan or programmed scan)
!0 Push [VFO] while the display shows the VFO frequency to
stop the VFO scan and priority watch.
51.000
850.000 145.100

VFO scan 145.120

433.500 Call channel
FM 145.140
PRIO

5 sec.
Watches call Ch
while VFO scanning. 145.200
433.000
Pauses when a signal
is received in call Ch. 145.220

145.280 145.240
145.260

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■ Set mode D Entering set mode DExpanded set mode ON/OFF

q Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set q Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set
Set mode is used for programming in- mode. mode.
frequently changed values or conditions w Rotate [DIAL] until the desired item w Rotate [DIAL] until “EXP1” or “EXP2”
of functions. appears. appears.

In addition, this transceiver has 2 ex-

panded set modes which are used for
programming even more infrequently
changed values or conditions of func- e Push [8 SET] to select the set mode e Push [8 SET] to select one of the
tions. When turning the expanded set item. expanded set modes.
modes OFF, only half of the set mode r Rotate [DIAL] to turn the expanded
items are displayed for simple opera- set mode ON or OFF.
tion.
r Rotate [DIAL] to select a set mode
[DIAL]
item.
t Push [8 SET] then rotate [DIAL] to
select a set mode item in the se-
lected expanded set mode, or push
[VFO] to exit set mode.
t Push [VFO] to exit set mode or push
[8 SET] then rotate [DIAL] to select
[VFO]
another set mode item.
[8 SET] FM P SKIP

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■ Set mode items

Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed val-
ues or conditions of functions.
EXP1 (Expanded set mode 1)
General set mode STOP B Scan stop beep (p. 62)
R TONE Repeater tone (p. 57) STOP L Scan stop LED (p. 62)
C TONE Tone squelch/pocket beep frequency (p. 57) LIGHT P Backlighting position (p. 62)
CODE DTCS squelch code (p. 57) COLOR Backlighting color (p. 63)
OFFSET Offset frequency (p. 57) EDGE B Band edge beep (p. 63)
RESUME Scan resume time (p. 58) AP ON Auto power ON (p. 63)
PAUSE Scan pause timer (p. 58) LOCK Key lock effect (p. 63) i
PRIO Priority watch (p. 58) PTT LK PTT lock (p. 64)

SET MODE
BEEP LV Beep tone level (p. 58) CONT LCD Contrast (p. 64)
BEEP Beep tone (p. 59) OPN.MSG Opening message (p. 64)
LIGHT Display backlighting (p. 59) Appears when expanded set mode 1 is ON.
BUSY Busy LED (p. 59)
AP OFF Auto power OFF (p. 59) EXP2 (Expanded set mode 2)
P SAVE Power save (p. 60) DTCS P DTCS phase mode (p. 65)
MONI Monitor switch action (p. 60) LK OUT Busy lockout (p. 65)
SPEED Dial speed acceleration (p. 60) TOT Time-out timer (p. 65)
AUTORP Auto repeater (p. 61) ACTIVE Active band (p. 65)
DTMF DTMF speed (p. 61) SPLIT Split operation (p. 66)
MIC Optional HM-75A functions (p. 61) NARROW FM narrow deviation (p. 66)
WX ALT Weather Alert (p. 62) MC SYN Morse code synthesizer (p. 66)
EXP1 Expanded set mode 1 (upper right) KY SPD Morse code keying speed (p. 66)
EXP2 Expanded set mode 2 (lower right) Appears when expanded set mode 2 is ON.

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• Repeater tone (R TONE) • DTCS squelch code (CODE)

Selects the tone encoder frequency for accessing a repeater, Selects the DTCS squelch code from one of 104 available
etc. from one of 50 available tone frequencies. codes.
• 023–754 (104 codes):
• 67.0–254.1 Hz (50 tones): 023 (default)
88.5 Hz (default)
023 071 143 225 266 356 452 532 703
025 072 145 226 271 364 454 546 712
026 073 152 243 274 365 455 565 723
031 074 155 244 306 371 462 606 731
032 114 156 245 311 411 464 612 732
•Tone squelch/pocket beep frequency (C TONE) 036 115 162 246 315 412 465 624 734
Selects the tone squelch or pocket beep frequency from one 043 116 165 251 325 413 466 627 743
047 122 172 252 331 423 503 631 754
of 50 available tone frequencies. 051 125 174 255 332 431 506 632
053 131 205 261 343 432 516 654
• 67.0–254.1 Hz (50 tones): 054 132 212 263 346 445 523 662
065 134 223 265 351 446 526 664
88.5 Hz (default)
[DTCS code table]

• Offset frequency
[Repeater/Tone squelch tone table] (OFFSET)
67.0 82.5 100.0 123.0 151.4 171.3 189.9 210.7 250.3 Sets the offset frequency for duplex
69.3 85.4 103.5 127.3 156.7 173.8 192.8 218.1 254.1 (repeater) operation within
71.9 88.5 107.2 131.8 159.8 177.3 196.6 225.7 0–159.995 MHz range.
74.4 91.5 110.9 136.5 162.2 179.9 199.5 229.1
77.0 94.8 114.8 141.3 165.5 183.5 203.5 233.6
79.7 97.4 118.8 146.2 167.9 186.2 206.5 241.8

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• Scan resume time (RESUME) • Priority watch (PRIO)

Selects the scan resume time of a paused frequency after the Activates priority watch or priority watch with alert (BELL).
received signal disappears.
• OFF The priority watch is
•0 Scan resumes when a received turned OFF. (default)
signal disappears. • ON The transceiver checks
• 1–5 Scan pauses 1–5 sec. after a the memory channel fre-
received signal disappears. quency every 5 sec.
(default: 2 sec.) • BELL The transceiver checks
• Hold Scan pauses on a received sig- the memory channel fre-
nal even if it disappears. Rotate quency every 5 sec. You
the tuning dial to resume manu- can be alerted with beeps
ally. and a blinking “S”. i

SET MODE
• Scan pause timer (PAUSE) • Beep tone level (BEEP LV)
Selects the scan pause time. When receiving signals, the Adjusts the confirmation beep output level to the desired level
scan pauses according to the scan pause time. within 32 levels or to the related level with volume.

• 2–20 Scan pauses for 2–20 sec. on The confirmation beep (next item) must be turned on to
a received signal in 2 sec. have a beep tone.
steps. (default: 10 sec.)
• VOLUME The beep tone volume
• Hold Scan pauses on a received
level is linked with the
signal until it disappears. Ro-
receive volume level.
tate the tuning dial to resume
(default)
manually.
• --- --- The beep tone volume
ooo ooo level can be set in 32
steps.

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• Beep tone (BEEP) • Busy LED (BUSY)

Turns the confirmation beep ON or OFF. The TX/RX indicator lights green while receiving a signal or
when the squelch is open. This indication can be turned OFF
• ON The confirmation beep is turned to conserve the battery power, if desired.
ON. (default)
• OFF The confirmation beep is turned • ON The indicator lights green
OFF. while receiving a signal or
when the squelch is open.
(default)
• OFF The indicator does not func-
tion even if a signal is re-
ceived.

• Display backlighting (LIGHT)

The transceiver has display backlighting with a 5 sec. timer • Auto power OFF (AP OFF)
for nighttime operation. The display backlighting can be The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a
turned ON continuously or turned OFF, if desired. specified period with a beep, when no switch is pushed.
“AUTO” setting turns the backlight-
120 min., 90 min., 60 min., 30 min.
ing ON while operating with an ex-
and OFF can be specified. The
ternal DC power source. (10–11.5 V
specified period is retained even
DC)
when the transceiver is turned OFF
• AUTO The display backlighting is by the auto power-off function. To
ON with a 5 sec. timer. (de- cancel the function, select “OFF” in
fault) this set mode.
• ON The display backlighting is turned ON.
• OFF The display backlighting is turned OFF.

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• Power save (P SAVE) • Monitor switch action (MONI)

The power save function reduces the current drain to con- The monitor switch can be set as a ‘sticky’ switch. When set
serve battery power. This item sets the power save duty to the sticky condition, each push of [SQL] toggles the moni-
cycle—the ratio of receive circuit on to receive circuit off while tor function on and off.
standing by. The duty cycle can be set to automatic (default),
1:1, 1:4, 1:8, 1:16 or OFF. • PUSH Set the monitor switch to
normal. (default)
“AUTO” selects “1:4” duty ratio when receiving no signal for 5 • HOLD Set the monitor switch to
sec., then “1:8” 60 sec. after that. sticky switch.

When “AUTO” is selected, the power save automatically

turns OFF while operating with an external DC power
i
source (10–11.5 V DC)

SET MODE
For packet operation, the power save should be turned • Dial speed acceleration (SPEED)
OFF to receive reliable packet data. The dial speed acceleration automatically speeds up the tun-
ing dial speed when rotating the [DIAL] rapidly.

• ON The dial speed acceleration

is turned ON. (default)
• OFF The dial speed acceleration
is turned OFF.

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• Auto repeater (AUTO RP) • Optional HM-75A function (MIC)

The auto repeater function automatically turns ON or OFF the Microphone simple mode is used to change the function as-
duplex operation with specified shift direction and tone en- signments for switches on the optional HM-75A REMOTE CON-
coder, when the operating frequency falls within or outside of TROL MICROPHONE.
the general repeater output frequency range.
U.S.A. version: • NORM-1: (default)
• ONLY Activates duplex only. (default) [A] Selects band.
• TONE Activates duplex and tone. [B] Toggles VFO and memory.
• OFF Deactivates the function. [Y] [UP]
Korea version: [Z] [DOWN]
• ON Activates duplex and tone. (de-
fault) • NORM-2:
• OFF Deactivates the function. [A] Toggles monitor function.
[B] Toggles VFO and memory.
[Y] [UP]
• DTMF speed (DTMF) [Z] [DOWN]
The rate at which DTMF memories send individual DTMF
characters can be set to accommodate operating needs. • SIMPLE:
[A] Toggles monitor function.
DISPLAY INTERVAL SPEED [B] Selects call channel C0.
100 100 msec. 5.0 cps [Y] Selects memory Ch 000.
200 200 msec. 2.5 cps [Z] Selects memory Ch 001.
300 300 msec. 1.6 cps
500 500 msec. 1.0 cps
VFO mode cannot be selected via the microphone when
cps=characters/sec.
SIMPLE mode is selected.

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• Weather Alert (WX ALT) • Scan stop LED (STOP L)

(USA version only) Turns the scan stop LED ON or OFF.
Turns the weather alert function ON or OFF. • Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance.

• ON The WX alert beep sounds • ON The keypad backlighting

when an alert signal is blinks in green and orange
received. when a scan is stopped.
• OFF The WX alert beep does not • OFF The keypad backlighting
sound. (default) does not blink even when a
scan is stopped. (default)

SET MODE
• Scan stop beep (STOP B) • Backlighting position (LIGHT P)
Selects the lighted area from keypad only, function display
Turns the scan stop beep ON or OFF.
• Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance.
only and both keypad and function display.
• Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance.

• ON The scan stop beep sounds

• ALL Lighted area is both keypad
when a scan is stopped.
and function display. (de-
• OFF The scan stop beep does not
fault)
sound even when a scan is
• KEY Lighted area is keypad only.
stopped. (default)
• LCD Lighted area is function dis-
play only.

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• Backlighting color (COLOR) • Auto power ON (AP ON)

Selects the backlighting color between green, orange or red. Turns the transceiver power ON after 30 min. to 24 hrs. in 30
• Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance. min. steps.
• Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance.
• GREEN Green backlighting color.
(default) When operating with battery
• ORANGE Orange backlighting color. pack or case and the battery is
• RED Red backlighting color. exhausted, auto power-on does
not function.

• Band edge beep (EDGE B) • Key lock effect (LOCK)

Turns the band edge beep ON or OFF. The band edge beep While the lock function is ON, [PWR], [PTT], [SQL], [Y]/[Z]
sounds when the operating frequency changes across the and [CALL/TV LOCK] can still be accessed. Accessible
band edge. switches can be set to 1 of 4 groups.
• Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance. • Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance.
• NORMAL [PWR], [PTT], [SQL]
• ON The band edge beep is turned and [Y]/[Z] are acces-
ON. sible.
• OFF The band edge beep is turned • NO SQL [PWR], [PTT] and
OFF. (default) [SQL] are accessible.
• NO VOL [PWR], [PTT] and
[Y]/[Z] are accessible.
• ALL [PWR] and [PTT] are accessible.

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• PTT lock (PTT LK) • Opening message (OPN.MSG)

Turns the PTT lock ON or OFF. Turns the opening message ON or OFF.
• Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance. • Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance.

• ON The PTT lock is turned ON. • ON Displays the opening mes-

• OFF The PTT lock is turned OFF. sage at power ON. (default)
(default) • OFF Does not display the open-
ing message at power ON.

SET MODE
• LCD contrast (CONT)
The contrast of the LCD can be adjusted from 4 levels.
• Turn the expanded set mode 1 ON in advance.

• 1 (low contrast) – 4 (high contrast)

3 (default)

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• DTCS phase mode (DTCS P) • Time-out timer (TOT)

Selects the DTCS phase mode. To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the trans-
• Turn the expanded set mode 2 ON in advance. ceiver has a time-out timer. This timer cuts a transmission
OFF after 1, 3, 5 or 10 min. of continuous transmission. This
• BOTH N Normal phases are used for timer can be cancelled.
both Tx and Rx. (default) • Turn the expanded set mode 2 ON in advance.
• TN-RR Normal phase is used for
Approx. 10 sec. before the time-out timer is activated, the
Tx; Reverse phase for Rx.
transceiver emits a beep tone as a warning.
• TR-RN Reverse phase is used for
Tx; Normal phase for Rx. • OFF The time-out timer is turned
• BOTH R Reverse phases are used OFF. (default)
for both Tx and Rx. • 1–10 The transmission is cut OFF
after the set period elapses.

• Busy lockout (LK OUT) • Active band (ACTIVE)

Turns the busy lockout function ON and OFF. This function
Allows continuous frequency selection of the operating fre-
inhibits transmission while receiving a signal or when the
quency across all bands.
squelch is open.
• Turn the expanded set mode 2 ON in advance.
• ALL The operating frequency
can be selected continu-
• ON The busy lockout is turned ON.
ously. (default)
• OFF The busy lockout is turned
• SINGLE The operating frequency
OFF. (default)
can be selected within
the current band. Push
[BAND] for band selec-
tion in this case.

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• Split operation (SPLIT) • Morse code synthesizer (MC SYN)

Turns the split operation ON or OFF. Split frequency opera- The transceiver announces the operating frequency or TV
tion allows you to transmit and receive on two different fre- channel number in Morse code.
quencies. Split frequency operation uses 2 frequencies, one • Turn the expanded set mode 2 ON in advance.
in VFO A and the other in VFO B.
• Turn the expanded set mode 2 ON in advance. • ON The Morse code synthesizer
is turned ON.
• ON The split operation is turned • OFF The Morse code synthesizer
ON. ‘SPA’ appears for VFO A; is turned OFF. (default)
‘SPB’ appears for VFO B.
Turning power ON while pushing
• OFF The split operation is turned
[CALL/TV] also toggles the
OFF. (default)
Morse code synthesizer ON or OFF. i

SET MODE
• FM narrow deviation (NARROW) • Morse code keying speed (KY SPD)
Selects the maximum FM deviation for normal or narrow on The keying speed of the Morse code synthesizer can be ad-
transmit mode. justed within 10 to 25 WPM for your convenience.
• Turn the expanded set mode 2 ON in advance.
• ON Selects the narrow FM devia-
tion for FM mode. • 10–25 WPM in 5 WPM steps
• OFF Selects the normal FM devia- 20 WPM (default)
tion for FM mode. (default)

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9 OTHER FUNCTIONS

■ Programming a DTMF code

DTMF codes are used for autopatching, accessing repeaters, r Push the desired keys to input the characters.
controlling other equipment, etc. The transceiver has 10 • [VFO] inputs “A,” [MR] inputs “B,” [CALL/TV] inputs “C,” [BAND]
DTMF memory channels (D0–D9) for storage of often-used inputs “D,” [•] inputs “M” (E) and [MODE] inputs “F” (#).
DTMF codes of up to 16 digits. • Up to 16 digits can be programmed.
t Repeat r until the desired code is input.
q Push [• DTMF.M] for 1 sec. to enter DTMF memory.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired DTMF memory chan-
nel.
• “T-CALL” appears when a 1750 Hz tone burst signal is selected.
Next display appears when
(p. 34) 7th digit is input.

Blank channel DTMF memory

indication channel The display returns to 1st display
when 16th digit is input.
e Push [• DTMF.M] for 1 sec. to enter programming mode.
• Previously programmed DTMF code is cleared. y Push [SQL] or [PTT] to program the DTMF code and exit
programming mode.
• Entering 16th digit automatically exits the programming mode.

Programming mode

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■ Transmitting a DTMF code

D Transmitting from DTMF memory D Transmitting a DTMF code directly
The selected DTMF code is transmitted at each push of the DTMF code can be transmitted via keypad directly while
[SQL] switch while transmitting. transmitting.

The rate at which DTMF memories send individual DTMF

q Set the desired frequency.
characters can be set in set mode. (p. 61)
w While pushing [PTT], push the desired keys to transmit the
DTMF code.
q Set the desired frequency.
• [VFO] transmits “A,” [MR] transmits “B,” [CALL/TV] transmits “C,”
w Push [• DTMF.M] for 1 sec. to enter DTMF memory. [BAND] transmits “D,” [•] transmits “E” (M) and [MODE] transmits
e Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired DTMF memory chan- “F” (#).
nel.
r Push [VFO] to exit DTMF memory.
o
t While pushing [PTT], push [SQL] to transmit the selected

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DTMF code.
[PTT]
[DIAL]

DTMF code is displayed

6 digits at a time.
[PTT]
[SQL]

[VFO] DTMF code is not displayed.

FM P SKIP

[• DTMF.M]

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■ Clearing a DTMF memory ■ Confirming a DTMF memory

An unwanted DTMF memory can be cleared (erased). The DTMF memory can be confirmed with a DTMF tone.

q Push [• DTMF.M] for 1 sec. to enter DTMF memory mode. q Push [• DTMF.M] for 1 sec. to enter DTMF memory mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired DTMF memory chan- w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired DTMF memory chan-
nel to be cleared. nel.
e Push [• DTMF.M] for 1 sec. to enter programming mode e Push [SQL] to confirm the DTMF memory contents.
and clear the selected DTMF memory channel. • The display returns to frequency indication after confirmation.
• The DTMF memory channel is cleared.
r Push [SQL] or [PTT] to exit programming mode. DTMF code is displayed
[DIAL] 6 digits at a time.
Select DTMF memory
to be cleared.
[DIAL]
The display returns to
[SQL] frequency indication.
FM P SKIP
[PTT] DTMF programming mode
[SQL]

[VFO] [• DTMF.M]
The DTMF memory
becomes blank.
[• DTMF.M]

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■ Tone frequency and DTCS code

• Subaudible (repeater) tone D Setting subaudible tones for D Setting DTCS code for
Some repeaters require subaudible repeater or tone squelch DTCS squelch or beep
tones to be accessed. Subaudible
tones are superimposed over your nor- q Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set q Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set
mal signal and must be set in advance. mode. mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] until “R TONE” (re- w Rotate [DIAL] until “CODE” appears.
• Tone and DTCS squelches peater tone) or “C TONE” (CTCSS
The tone squelch (CTCSS) or DTCS tone) appears.
squelch opens only when receiving a
signal containing a matching subaudi-
ble tone or DTCS code, respectively.
e Push [8 SET].
You can silently wait for calls from
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired o
group members using the same tone or
e Push [8 SET].

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DTCS code.
code. Separate tone frequencies can
r Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired • Each operating band and each memory
be set for repeater and tone channel have independent settings.
repeater or CTCSS tone.
squelch/pocket beep operation. • Each operating band and each memory
channel have independent settings.
• Pocket and DTCS beep
These functions use subaudible tones
or DTCS codes for calling and can be
t Push [VFO] to exit set mode.
used as a “common pager” to inform
you that someone has called while you DTCS phase mode can be selected
t Push [VFO] to exit set mode.
were away from the transceiver. The in expanded set mode 2. (p. 65)
same code is used for DTCS squelch
and beep.
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■ Tone/DTCS squelch ■ Pocket beep function

q Set the desired operating frequency, CTCSS tone and q Set the desired operating frequency.
DTCS code. w Set the desired CTCSS tone or DTCS code.
w Push [2 TONE] for 1 sec. one or more times to activate the e Push [2 TONE] for 1 sec. one or more times to activate the
tone or DTCS squelch. (T SQL or DTCS) pocket beep or DTCS beep. (T SQLS or SDTCS)
• Subaudible tone encoder “T,” tone squelch “T SQL,” pocket beep • Rotating [DIAL] while pushing [2 TONE] also selects the tone
“T SQLS,” DTCS squelch “DTCS,” DTCS beep “SDTCS” functions.
and no tone operation are activated in order. FM T SQL P SKIP

• Rotating [DIAL] while pushing [2 TONE] also selects the tone Pocket beep
by CTCSS dode
functions.
e Operate the transceiver in the normal way.
FM DTCS P SKIP
r When the received signal includes a matching tone, the Pocket beep
squelch opens and the signal can be heard. by DTCS code
• When the received signal’s tone does not match, tone squelch
does not open, however, the S-indicator shows signal strength.
r When a signal with the correct tone or code is received,
• To open the squelch manually, push and hold [SQL].
the transceiver emits beep tones for 30 sec. and blinks
No tone operation Pocket beep “S”.
FM P SKIP FM T SQL P SKIP
t Push [PTT] to answer or push [SQL] to stop the beeps and
blinking.
Subaudible tone encoder DTCS squelch
FM T P SKIP FM DTCS P SKIP

➲ CONVENIENT
Store subaudible tone frequencies, DTCS code, DTCS phase
Tone squelch DTCS beep mode and tone/DTCS squelch ON/OFF settings in memories
FM T SQL P SKIP FM DTCS P SKIP (call) for easy recall.

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■ Available tone frequencies ■ Available DTCS codes

The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies for repeater and The transceiver has 104 DTCS codes for DTCS squelch and
tone squelch (CTCSS)/pocket beep operation. Separate tone DTCS beep.
frequencies can be set for repeater and tone squelch/pocket
beep operation. 023 071 143 225 266 356 452 532 703
(unit: Hz) 025 072 145 226 271 364 454 546 712
026 073 152 243 274 365 455 565 723
67.0 82.5 100.0 123.0 151.4 171.3 189.9 210.7 250.3
031 074 155 244 306 371 462 606 731
69.3 85.4 103.5 127.3 156.7 173.8 192.8 218.1 254.1
032 114 156 245 311 411 464 612 732
71.9 88.5 107.2 131.8 159.8 177.3 196.6 225.7
036 115 162 246 315 412 465 624 734
74.4 91.5 110.9 136.5 162.2 179.9 199.5 229.1
043 116 165 251 325 413 466 627 743
77.0 94.8 114.8 141.3 165.5 183.5 203.5 233.6
047 122 172 252 331 423 503 631 754
79.7 97.4 118.8 146.2 167.9 186.2 206.5 241.8
051 125 174 255 332 431 506 632
053 131 205 261 343 432 516 654 o
054 132 212 263 346 445 523 662

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The transceiver has 50 tone frequencies and consequently 065 134 223 265 351 446 526 664
their spacing is narrow compared with units having 38
tones. Therefore, some tone frequencies may receive in-
terference from adjacent tone frequencies.

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■ Tone scan
The transceiver can detect the subaudible tone frequency and Tone scan for tone squelch
DTCS code in a received signal. By monitoring a signal that
is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can [DIAL]
determine the tone frequency required to access the repeater.

Flashes while scanning.

q Set the desired frequency or memory channel to be
checked for a tone frequency or DTCS code. Tone scan for repeater tone
w Push [2 TONE] for 1 sec. one or more times to activate the
repeater tone, tone squelch or DTCS squelch. (T, T SQL [VFO]
[2 TONE]
or DTCS)
• Rotating [DIAL] while pushing [2 TONE] also selects the tone [7 T.SCAN]
Flashes while scanning.
functions.
e Push [7 T.SCAN] for 1 sec. to start the tone scan. Tone scan for DTCS squelch
• To change the scanning direction, rotate [DIAL].
r When the tone frequency or DTCS code is decoded, the
set mode contents are programmed with the frequency or
code.
• The tone scan pauses approx. 10 sec. when a tone frequency or
DTCS code is detected. t Push [VFO] to stop the scan.
• The decoded tone frequency is used for the repeater tone fre- • If the scan is cancelled before the transceiver detects the tone
quency when the tone squelch or DTCS squelch is OFF. or code, the set mode contents are not changed.
• The decoded tone frequency is used for the tone squelch fre-
quency when the tone squelch is ON.
• The decoded DTCS code is used for the DTCS code when the
DTCS squelch is ON.
• “CT,” “rT” or “CD” appears according to the tone setting.

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■ Beep tones ■ Lock function

You can select to have confirmation beeps sound at the push The lock function prevents accidental frequency changes and
of a switch. The output level can be adjusted within 32 levels accidental function access.
or to the related level of the volume. (p. 58)
➥ Push [CALL/TV LOCK] for 1 sec. to toggle the lock function
You can select silent operation by turning beep tones OFF. ON and OFF.
(p. 59) • [PWR], [VOL], [SQL] and [PTT] can still be accessed while the
lock function is ON. (default)
These can be selected in set mode.
Lock indication
FM P SKIP

■ Dial speed acceleration

o
The dial speed acceleration automatically speeds up the tun-

OTHER FUNCTIONS
ing dial speed when rotating the [DIAL] rapidly.
D Key lock effect
This function can be turned ON and OFF in set mode. (p. 60) While the lock function is ON, [PWR], [VOL], [SQL] and [PTT]
can still be accessed. Accessible switches can be set to 1 of 4
groups in expanded set mode 1. (p. 63)

• “NORMAL” : [PWR], [VOL], [SQL] and [PTT] are accessible.

• “NO SQL” : [PWR], [SQL] and [PTT] are accessible.
• “NO VOL” : [PWR], [VOL] and [PTT] are accessible.
• “ALL” : [PWR] and [PTT] are accessible.

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■ Morse code synthesizer ■ Power save

The transceiver announces the operating frequency or TV The power save function reduces the current drain to con-
channel number in Morse code. The keying speed can be ad- serve battery power.
justed within 10 to 25 WPM in 5 WPM steps for your conve-
nience. This can be selected in expanded set mode 2. (p. 66) The power save duty cycle, the ratio of receive circuit on to
receive circuit off while standing by, can be set to automatic
➥ Push [BAND] for 1 sec. for (default), 1:1, 1:4, 1:8, 1:16 or OFF in set mode. (p. 60)
frequency announcement • “AUTO” selects “1:4” duty ratio when receiving no signal for 5 sec.,
when the Morse code syn- then “1:8” 60 sec. after that.
thesizer is turned ON. When automatic is selected, the power save automatically
turns OFF while operating with an external DC power sup-
[PWR] Turning power ON while ply. (11.0 V DC ±5%)
[BAND] pushing [CALL/TV] also
toggles the Morse code No signal
[CALL/TV] 5 sec. 600 msec. 1200 msec.
synthesizer ON or OFF. Circuit on

Circuit off
150 msec.
60 sec.

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■ Time-out timer ■ Auto power OFF

To prevent accidental prolonged transmission, etc., the trans- The transceiver can be set to automatically turn OFF after a
ceiver has a time-out timer. This timer cuts a transmission specified period with a beep when no switch is pushed.
OFF after 1, 3, 5 or 10 min. of continuous transmission. This
timer can be cancelled (default). 120 min., 90 min., 60 min., 30 min. and OFF can be speci-
fied. The specified period is retained even when the trans-
Approx. 10 sec. before the time-out timer is activated, the
ceiver is turned OFF by the auto power-off function. To cancel
transceiver emits a beep tone as a warning.
the function, select “OFF” in the auto power-off item in set
This can be selected in expanded set mode 2. (p. 65) mode.

This can be selected in set mode. (p. 59)

■ PTT lock
o
To prevent accidental transmission, etc., the transceiver has a ■ Auto power ON

OTHER FUNCTIONS
PTT lock function.
The transceiver can be set to automatically turn ON after a
This can be selected in expanded set mode 1. (p. 64) specified period. The timer can be selected within 30 min. to
24 hrs. in 30 min. steps.

This can be selected in expanded set mode 1. (p. 63)

When operating with battery pack or case and the battery

is exhausted, auto power-on does not function.

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■ Weather channel operation D Weather alert function

(USA version only) NOAA broadcast stations transmit weather alert tones before
important weather announcements. When the weather alert
There are 10 weather channels for moni- function is turned ON, the selected weather channel is moni-
toring weather channels from the NOAA tored every 5 sec. for the announcement. When the alert sig-
(National Oceanographic and Atmospheric nal is detected, the “AL.T” and the WX channel are displayed
Administration) broadcasts. alternately and sounds a beep tone until the transceiver is
operated. The previously selected (used) weather channel is
checked periodically during standby or while scanning.
D Weather channel selection
q Push [CALL/TV LOCK] one or two times to select weather q Select the desired weather channel.
channel mode. w Turn the weather alert function ON in set mode.
• “WX” and the weather channel number appear. ➥ Push [8 SET] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select the desired weather channel. ➥ Rotate [DIAL] to select the [WX ALT] (weather alert
q Push [VFO] or [MR] to return to the previous frequency. function), then push [8 SET].
➥ Rotate the [DIAL] to set ON.
➥ Push [VFO] to exit set mode.
e Set the desired stand-by condition.
• Select VFO, memory or call channel.
[DIAL] • Scan or priority watch operation can also be selected.
r When the alert is detected, a beep sounds and the follow-
ing indication will be displayed.

Shows above indications alternately.

[CALL/TV LOCK]
t Turn the weather alert function OFF in set mode.

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NOTE: While receiving a signal (on a frequency other than

the weather alert ON frequency), the receiving signal or
audio will be interrupted momentarily every 5 sec. (approx.)
in the case that the alert function is turned ON. This symp-
tom is caused by the WX alert function. To cancel these
symptoms, set the weather alert item OFF in set mode.

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■ Cloning function
The IC-T90A has transceiver-to-transceiver data cloning ca- The optional CS-T90A CLONING SOFTWARE and the optional
pability. This function is useful when you want to copy all of OPC-478 CLONING CABLE are available to clone and edit
the programmed contents from one IC-T90A to another. contents with a PC (for Microsoft® Windows® 95/98/ME).
• An optional OPC-474 CLONING CABLE is required.
Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the U.S.A. and other countries.
q Connect an optional OPC-474 between both [SP] jacks.
w While pushing [8 SET] and [MR], push [PWR] for 1 sec. to
enter cloning mode. ■ [SP/MIC] jacks
• “CLONE” appears.
To connect external equipment such as speaker, microphone,
e Push [PTT] on the “master” transceiver.
TNC, etc. refer to the diagram below.
• “CL OUT” appears and the signal indicator shows that cloning is
taking place. External
speaker
r Push [PWR] for 1 sec. to turn power OFF. [SP] jack
SP (AF OUT) SP
ø3.5 mm
REMOTE
to to Cloning mode plug
OPC-474 SP GND SP
[SP] [SP] GND
Impedance 8

Cloning period External

ø2.5 mm microphone
[MIC] jack plug
MIC MIC
3.2V 33 k
MIC GND MIC
GND
Signal indicator shows that 3.2 V (See below) PTT
Impedance 2 k
cloning is taking place.

The center terminal of [MIC] outputs 3.2 V DC via 330

register.
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■ Resetting
The function display may occasionally D All reset D Partial reset
display erroneous information (e.g. q Push [POWER] for 2 sec. to turn q Push [POWER] for 2 sec. to turn
when first applying power). This may be power OFF. power OFF.
caused externally by static electricity or w While pushing [BAND], [VFO] and w While pushing [VFO], turn power ON
by other factors. [MR], turn power ON to reset the to partially reset the transceiver.
CPU.
If this problem occurs, turn power OFF. • “CLEAR” appears when resetting the
After waiting a few seconds, turn power CPU. • All resetting
ON again. If the problem persists, per-
form either or both procedures below.

• All reset o
Reset the CPU before operating the

OTHER FUNCTIONS
transceiver for the first time, or when
the internal CPU malfunctions to clear [BAND]
[PWR] [VFO]
and return all programmed contents to
their default settings. [MR]

• Partial reset
If you want to initialize the operating
CAUTION: Resetting the CPU re-
conditions (VFO frequency, VFO set-
turns all programmed contents to
tings, set mode contents) without clear- FM P SKIP
their default settings.
ing the memory contents, a partial
resetting function is available for the
transceiver.
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10 HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL MICROPHONE OPTIONAL

The optional HM-75A allows you to remotely select operating • NORM-1: (default)
frequencies, memory channels, etc. [A] Selects band.
[B] Toggles VFO and memory.
Remote control functions can be selected from 3 settings. [Y] [UP]
These can be selected in set mode. (p. 61) [Z] [DOWN]

Transmit LED Microphone • NORM-2:

PTT switch
A [A] Toggles monitor function.
B

[B] Toggles VFO and memory.

[Y] [UP]
OFF ON Speaker [Z] [DOWN]
LOCK

• SIMPLE:
[A] Toggles monitor function.
Earphone jack [B] Selects call channel C0.
[Y] Selects memory Ch 000.
[Z] Selects memory Ch 001.
The HM-75A has a lock switch on the backside to prevent ac-
cidental frequency changes, etc. VFO mode cannot be selected via the microphone when
SIMPLE mode is selected.
Be sure to turn power OFF when plugging the HM-75A in
the [SP/MIC] jacks. SIMPLE mode can select only 3 channels and is useful for
group operations during touring, etc.

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If your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check

HM-75 REMOTE CONTROL MICROPHONE

the following points before sending it to a service center.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.
No power comes ON. • The batteries are exhausted. • Replace the batteries or charge the battery pack. pgs. 1, 14
• The battery polarity is reversed. • Check the battery polarity. p. 1
No sound comes from the • Volume level is too low. • Push [Y] to a suitable level. p. 17
speaker. • Different tone is selected with tone/DTCS • Check the tone using tone/DTCS scan. p. 70
squelch.
Transmitting is • The batteries are exhausted. • Replace the batteries or charge the battery pack. pgs. 13, 14
impossible. • A frequency outside of the 50/144/440 • Reset the frequency within the 50/144/440 MHz p. 19
MHz amateur bands is set. amateur bands.
No contact possible with • Different tone is selected with tone/DTCS • Check the tone using tone scan. p. 70
another station. squelch.

Tuning dial or [Z]/[Y] • Tuning dial and [Z]/[Y] functions are • Push [1 V↔D] for 1 sec. to cancel the function. p. 23
function is strange. exchanged. !0
Frequency cannot be set. • The lock function is activated. • Push [CALL/TV LOCK] for 1 sec. to cancel the function. p. 74 !1
• Memory or call channel is selected. • Push [VFO] to select VFO mode. p. 20

TROUBLESHOOTING
No beeps sound. • Beep tones are turned OFF or the beep • Turn beep tones ON or set the beep tone level to pgs. 58,
tone level is low. appropriate level in set mode. 59
Receive audio is • The operating mode is not selected • Select a suitable operating mode in set mode. p. 21
distorted. correctly.

Desired set mode item • The desired set mode item is in expanded • Turn the expanded set mode 1 or 2 ON. p. 55
cannot be selected. set mode 1 or 2.
• Some set mode items can be selected • Enter set mode from appropriate operating mode. pgs. 17, 18
from VFO or memory mode only. 22, 27

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12 TV FREQUENCY TABLE
The following tables show the channels versus video and
audio frequencies depending on each version.

■ U.S.A. channels ■ CCIR channels

CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio
2 55.25 59.75 26 543.25 547.75 50 687.25 691.75 1 41.25 46.75 31 551.25 556.75
3 61.25 65.75 27 549.25 553.75 51 693.25 697.75 2 48.25 53.75 32 559.25 564.75
4 67.25 71.75 28 555.25 559.75 52 699.25 703.75 3 55.25 60.75 33 567.25 572.75
5 77.25 81.75 29 561.25 565.75 53 705.25 709.75 4 62.25 67.75 34 575.25 580.75
6 83.25 87.75 30 567.25 571.75 54 711.25 715.75
5 175.25 180.75 35 583.25 588.75
7 175.25 179.75 31 573.25 577.75 55 717.25 721.75
6 182.25 187.75 36 591.25 596.75
8 181.25 185.75 32 579.25 583.75 56 723.25 727.75
7 189.25 194.75 37 599.25 604.75
9 187.25 191.75 33 585.25 589.75 57 729.25 733.75
10 193.25 197.75 34 591.25 595.75 58 735.25 739.75 8 196.25 201.75 38 607.25 612.75
11 199.25 203.75 35 597.25 601.75 59 741.25 745.75 9 203.25 208.75 39 615.25 620.75
12 205.25 209.75 36 603.25 607.75 60 747.25 751.75 10 210.25 215.75 40 623.25 628.75
13 211.25 215.75 37 609.25 613.75 61 753.25 757.75 11 217.25 222.75 41 631.25 636.75
14 471.25 475.75 38 615.25 619.75 62 759.25 763.75 12 224.25 229.75 42 639.25 644.75
15 477.25 481.75 39 621.25 625.75 63 765.25 769.75 21 471.25 476.75 43 647.25 652.75
16 483.25 487.75 40 627.25 631.75 64 771.25 775.75 22 479.25 484.75 44 655.25 660.75
17 489.25 493.75 41 633.25 637.75 65 777.25 781.75 23 487.25 492.75 45 663.25 668.75
18 495.25 499.75 42 639.25 643.75 66 783.25 787.75
24 495.25 500.75 46 671.25 676.75
19 501.25 505.75 43 645.25 649.75 67 789.25 793.75
25 503.25 508.75 47 679.25 684.75
20 507.25 511.75 44 651.25 655.75 68 795.25 799.75
26 511.25 516.75 48 687.25 692.75
21 513.25 517.75 45 657.25 661.75 69 801.25 805.75
22 519.25 523.75 46 663.25 667.75 27 519.25 524.75 49 695.25 700.75
23 525.25 529.75 47 669.25 673.75 28 527.25 532.75 50 703.25 708.75
24 531.25 535.75 48 675.25 679.75 29 535.25 540.75 51 711.25 716.75
25 537.25 541.75 49 681.25 685.75 30 543.25 548.75 52 719.25 724.75

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■ Australian channels ■ Taiwan channels

CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio
53 727.25 732.75 0 46.25 51.75 39 604.25 609.75 63 772.25 777.75 7 175.25 179.75
54 735.25 740.75 1 57.25 62.75 40 611.25 616.75 64 779.25 784.75 8 181.25 185.75
55 743.25 748.75 2 64.25 69.75 41 618.25 623.75 65 786.25 791.75 9 187.25 191.75

TV FREQUENCY TABLE
3 86.25 91.75 42 625.25 630.75 66 793.25 798.75 10 193.25 197.75
56 751.25 756.75
4 95.25 100.75 43 632.25 637.75 67 800.25 805.75 11 199.25 203.75
57 759.25 764.75
5 102.25 107.75 44 639.25 644.75 68 807.25 812.75 12 205.25 209.75
58 767.25 772.75
5A 138.25 143.75 45 646.25 651.75 69 814.25 819.75
59 775.25 780.75 6 175.25 180.75 46 653.25 658.75
60 783.25 788.75 7 182.25 187.75 47 660.25 665.75
61 791.25 796.75 8 189.25 194.75 48 667.25 672.75
■ New Zealand
62 799.25 804.75 9 196.25 201.75 49 674.25 679.75
channels
63 807.25 812.75 10 209.25 214.75 50 681.25 686.75
64 815.25 820.75 11 216.25 221.75 51 688.25 693.75 CH Video Audio
65 823.25 828.75 28 527.25 532.75 52 695.25 700.75 1 45.25 50.75
66 831.25 836.75 29 534.25 539.75 53 702.25 707.75 2 55.25 60.75
67 839.25 844.75
30 541.25 546.75 54 709.25 714.75 3 62.25 67.75 !2
31 548.25 553.75 55 716.25 721.75 4 175.25 180.75
68 847.25 852.75
32 555.25 560.75 56 723.25 728.75 5 182.25 187.75
69 855.25 860.75
33 562.25 567.75 57 730.25 735.75 6 189.25 194.75
34 569.25 574.75 58 737.25 742.75 7 196.25 201.75
35 576.25 581.75 59 744.25 749.75 8 203.25 208.75
36 583.25 588.75 60 751.25 756.75 9 210.25 215.75
37 590.25 595.75 61 758.25 763.75 10 217.25 222.75
38 597.25 602.75 62 765.25 770.75 11 224.25 229.75

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■ China channels ■ Indonesian channels

CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio
1 49.75 56.25 28 631.25 637.75 55 847.25 853.75 2 48.25 53.75 38 607.25 612.75
2 57.75 64.25 29 639.25 645.75 56 855.25 861.75 3 55.25 60.75 39 615.25 620.75
3 65.75 72.25 30 647.25 653.75 57 863.25 869.75 4 62.25 67.75 40 623.25 628.75
4 77.25 83.75 31 655.25 661.75 58 871.25 877.75 5 175.25 180.75 41 631.25 636.75
5 85.25 91.75 32 663.25 669.75 59 879.25 885.75 6 182.25 187.75 42 639.25 644.75
6 168.25 174.75 33 671.25 677.75 60 887.25 893.75 7 189.25 194.75 43 647.25 652.75
7 176.25 182.75 34 679.25 685.75 61 895.25 901.75 8 196.25 201.75 44 655.25 660.75
8 184.25 190.75 35 687.25 693.75 62 903.25 909.75 9 203.25 208.75 45 663.25 668.75
9 192.25 198.75 36 695.25 701.75 63 911.25 917.75 10 210.25 215.75 46 671.25 676.75
10 200.25 206.75 37 703.25 709.75 64 919.25 925.75 11 217.25 222.75 47 679.25 684.75
11 208.25 214.75 38 711.25 717.75 65 927.25 933.75 21 471.25 476.75 48 687.25 692.75
12 216.25 222.75 39 719.25 725.75 66 935.25 941.75 22 479.25 484.75 49 695.25 700.75
13 471.25 477.75 40 727.25 733.75 67 943.25 949.75 23 487.25 492.75 50 703.25 708.75
14 479.25 485.75 41 735.25 741.75 68 951.25 957.75 24 495.25 500.75 51 711.25 716.75
15 487.25 493.75 42 743.25 749.75 25 503.25 508.75 52 719.25 724.75
16 495.25 501.75 43 751.25 757.75 26 511.25 516.75 53 727.25 732.75
17 503.25 509.75 44 759.25 765.75 27 519.25 524.75 54 735.25 740.75
18 511.25 517.75 45 767.25 773.75 28 527.25 532.75 55 743.25 748.75
19 519.25 525.75 46 775.25 781.75 29 535.25 540.75 56 751.25 756.75
20 527.25 533.75 47 783.25 789.75 30 543.25 548.75 57 759.25 764.75
21 535.25 541.75 48 791.25 797.75 31 551.25 556.75 58 767.25 772.75
22 543.25 549.75 49 799.25 805.75 32 559.25 564.75 59 775.25 780.75
23 551.25 557.75 50 807.25 813.75 33 567.25 572.75 60 783.25 788.75
24 559.25 565.75 51 815.25 821.75 34 575.25 580.75 61 791.25 796.75
25 607.25 613.75 52 823.25 829.75 35 583.25 588.75 62 799.25 804.75
26 615.25 621.75 53 831.25 837.75 36 591.25 596.75 63 807.25 812.75
27 623.25 629.75 54 839.25 845.75 37 599.25 604.75 64 815.25 820.75

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■ Italian channels ■ FOT channels

CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio CH Video Audio
65 823.25 828.75 A 53.75 59.25 38 607.25 612.75 65 823.25 828.75 4 175.25 181.75
66 831.25 836.75 B 62.25 67.75 39 615.25 620.75 66 831.25 836.75 5 183.25 189.75
67 839.25 844.75 C 82.25 87.75 40 623.25 628.75 67 839.25 844.75 6 191.25 197.75
68 847.25 852.75 D 175.25 180.75 41 631.25 636.75 68 847.25 852.75 7 199.25 205.75
69 855.25 860.75 E 183.25 188.75 42 639.25 644.75 69 855.25 860.75 8 207.25 213.75
F 192.25 197.75 43 647.25 652.75 9 215.25 221.75

TV FREQUENCY TABLE
G 201.25 206.75 44 655.25 660.75
H 210.25 215.75 45 663.25 668.75
H1 217.25 222.75 46 671.25 676.75
H2 224.25 229.75 47 679.25 684.75
21 471.25 476.75 48 687.25 692.75
22 479.25 484.75 49 695.25 700.75
23 487.25 492.75 50 703.25 708.75
24 495.25 500.75 51 711.25 716.75
25 503.25 508.75 52 719.25 724.75
26 511.25 516.75 53 727.25 732.75
27 519.25 524.75 54 735.25 740.75
28 527.25 532.75 55 743.25 748.75
29 535.25 540.75 56 751.25 756.75 !2
30 543.25 548.75 57 759.25 764.75
31 551.25 556.75 58 767.25 772.75
32 559.25 564.75 59 775.25 780.75
33 567.25 572.75 60 783.25 788.75
34 575.25 580.75 61 791.25 796.75
35 583.25 588.75 62 799.25 804.75
36 591.25 596.75 63 807.25 812.75
37 599.25 604.75 64 815.25 820.75

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13 SPECIFICATIONS

D General
• Frequency coverage : (unit: MHz) • Usable temp. range : +14°F to +140°F;
Transmit Receive –10°C to +60°C
U.S.A 50–53.995, 0.495–824.000, • Tuning steps : 5, 6.25, 8.33, 9, 10, 12.5, 15, 20,
Canada 144–148, 430–450*1 849–869.000, 25, 30, 50, 100 and 200 kHz
894–999.990 • Frequency stability : ±6 ppm (+14°F to +140°F)
Asia 50–53.995, 0.495–999.990 • Power supply : 5.5 to 11.5 V DC or specified
144–148, 430–440 battery pack
Australia 50–53.995, 0.495–53.995, • Current drain (at 8.0 V DC):
144–148, 420–450*2 108–135.995, Tx High 50 MHz 2.0 A (typical)
144–148, 420–450 144, 430 MHz 2.0 A (typical)
Korea 50–53.995, 0.495–29.995, Tx Low 50, 144 MHz 0.8 A (typical)
144–146, 430–440 50–53.995, 430 MHz 1.2 A (typical)
88–107.995, Rx rated audio 220 mA (typical)
144–146, 430–440 standby 100 mA (typical)
Taiwan 50–50.2, 144–146, 50–50.2, power save 65 mA (typical)
430–432 76–107.995, • Antenna connector : SMA (50 )
144–146, 430–440 • Dimensions : 29⁄32(W)×3 7⁄16(H)×1 5⁄32(D) in;
General 50–53.995, 0.495–999.990 (projections not included) 58(W)×87(H)×29(D) mm
144–148, 430–440 • Weight (approx.) : 929⁄32 oz; 280 g
(with antenna and BP-217)
*1Guaranteed 440–450 MHz only
*2Guaranteed 430–440 MHz only

• Mode : FM, AM (Rx only),

WFM (Rx only)
• No. of memory channels : 555 (500 regular, 50 scan edges,
5 call)
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D Receiver
• Receive system : Double-conversion • Selectivity (except WFM) : Less than 15 kHz/–9 dB
superheterodyne More than 30 kHz/–60 dB
• Intermediate frequencies : 1st 69.45 MHz (FM/AM) • Spurious and image rejection ratio:
13.35 MHz (WFM) 50, 144 MHz Less than –60dB
2nd 450 kHz 430 (440) MHz Less than –50dB
• Sensitivity (except spurious points; typical values): (except half IF, 2nd image, 50 MHz band IF and WFM)
FM 1.625–4.995 MHz 0.4 µV • Audio output power : 0.2 W typical at 10%
(at 12 dB SINAD) 5.000–49.995 MHz 0.18 µV (at 8.0 V DC) distortion with an 8 load
50.000–54.000 MHz 0.16 µV • Ext. speaker connector : 2-conductor 3.5(d) mm;
1⁄8˝/8
54.005–143.995 MHz 0.18 µV
144.000–148.000 MHz 0.16 µV
D Transmitter

SPECIFICATIONS
148.005–221.995 MHz 0.4 µV
222.000–225.000 MHz 0.32 µV • Modulation system : Variable reactance frequency
225.005–246.995 MHz 0.4 µV modulation
247.000–429.995 MHz 0.32 µV • Output power : High 5 W
430.000–450.000 MHz 0.16 µV (at 8.0 V DC) Low 0.5 W
450.005–832.990 MHz 0.32 µV • Spurious emissions : Less than –60 dB
833.000–999.990 MHz 1 µV • Max. frequency deviation: ±5.0 kHz
WFM 40.000–108.0 MHz 1 µV • Ext. MIC connector : 3-conductor 2.5(d) mm;
(at 12 dB SINAD) 175–221.995 MHz 1.8 µV 1⁄10˝/2 k
!3
470–770 MHz 3.2 µV
AM 0.495–4.995 MHz 1.3 µV
(at 10 dB S/N) 5.000–29.995 MHz 0.56 µV
118.000–136.000 MHz 0.5 µV
222.000–229.995 MHz 0.79 µV
All stated specifications are subject to change without
320.000–329.995 MHz 1 µV
notice or obligation.
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14 OPTIONS
AD-92SMA ANTENNA CONNECTOR ADAPTER BP-217 Li-Ion BATTERY PACK
Allows you to connect an antenna with a BNC connector. 7.4 V/1300 mAh Lithium Ion battery pack. Approx. 6 hrs. and
(SMA to BNC adapter) 20 min. operating time in 50MHz band with high power, Tx :
Rx : Standby = 1:1:8.
BC-110AR/D/DR WALL CHARGER
Regularly charges BP-217 Li-ion battery pack in 15 hrs. HM-54 SPEAKER-MICRO-
PHONE
BC-139 DESKTOP CHARGER Slim dimensions. Equipped
Rapidly charges BP-217 Li-ion battery pack in 2 hrs. and 30 with an earphone jack and a
min. transmit indicator.
HM-54
Charger adapter HM-75A REMOTE CONTROL
MICROPHONE
BC-123 Allows you to remotely select
(supplied operating channels, etc.
with BC-139)
HM-75A

HM-131 SPEAKER-MICRO-
PHONE
For operation while conve-
niently hanging the transceiver
Desktop charger from your belt, etc.
HM-131

HM-128 EARPHONE-MICROPHONE
Ideal for hands-free operation by clipping the microphone with
BP-216 BATTERY CASE PTT switch to your lapel or breast pocket.
Battery case for R6 (AA) × 2 alkaline batteries. HS-94 EARHOOK HEADSET + VS-1 VOX/PTT UNIT
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OPTIONS 14

Flexible boom micro- VS-1 HS-94

Allows you to transfer data from memories, etc. and quickly
phone and rotating ear- and easily edit and store data via a PC for Microsoft®
piece with a spring Windows® 95/98 and ME. 1 RS-232C (COM) port is required.
earhook.
OPC-474 CLONING CABLE
VOX
Used for handheld-to-handheld cloning.
SP-13 EARPHONE PTT

Provides clear receive

audio in noisy environ-
ments.

LC-152A CARRYING
CASE
Helps protect the transceiver from scratches, etc.

CP-19 CIGARETTE LIGHTER CABLE WITH NOISE FILTER

Used for operation and charging a battery pack connected to

OPTIONS
the transceiver via a DC power source. (11.5–16 V DC)

!4

CP-19
CS-T90A CLONING SOFTWARE + OPC-478 CLONING
Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Cor-
CABLE poration in the U.S.A. and other countries.
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POCKET GUIDE

e Complete
sized operating guide which can easily be carried in a card case or wallet,
Important operating instructions are summed up in this and the following page

By cutting along the line and folding on the dotted line, it will become a card

<CUT HERE>

■ Key lock function ■ TV channel mode selection POCKET GUIDE

Push and hold [CALL/TV] for 1 sec. to Push [CALL/TV] several times.
turn the lock function ON and OFF.
■ TV channel selection
■ SET mode operation Rotate [DIAL].
q Push and hold [8 SET] for 1 sec.
w Rotate [DIAL] to select SET mode ■ TV channel skip setting
item. q Select TV channel mode.
e Push [8 SET] momentarily, then w Rotate [DIAL] to select desired FM P SKIP

rotate [DIAL] to change the setting. channel.

r Push [8 SET] momentarily to return e Push and hold [5 SKIP] for 1 sec.
to the condition of step w.
MULTIBAND TRANSCEIVER
t Push [VFO] to exit the SET mode. ■ Cancelling skip setting
q Select TV channel mode.
■ CPU reset operation w While pushing [BAND], rotate
• ALL reset [DIAL] to select desired skip
q Turn power OFF. channel.
w While pushing and holding [BAND], D
e Push and hold [SKIP] for 1 sec.
BAND iC-t90a
[VFO] and [MR], turn power ON.
■ Exchange [DIAL] and [∫]/[√] A
• Partial reset 1 2 3 MODE VFO
assignment V D TONE H/L SCAN MHz
q Turn power OFF. B
Push and hold [1 V↔D] for 1 sec.
4 5 6 0 MR
w While pushing and holding [VFO], DUP SKIP M.N RIT S.MW

turn power ON. C

7 8 9 . CALL/TV
T.SCAN SET TS DTMF.M LOCK
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■ VFO/MEMORY MODE selection ■ MEMORY channel selection ■ Scanning in VFO mode

VFO mode : Push [VFO]. q Select MEMORY mode. q Select VFO mode.
MEMORY mode : Push [MR]. w Rotate [DIAL], or use keypad. w While pushing and holding [MODE
SCAN], rotate [DIAL] to select
■ Changing frequency band ■ MEMORY channel programming scan edge from full (ALL), band
Push [BAND]. [e.g.] Program 445.600 MHz into MR (BAND) and program (PROG
CH 2 0–24) scans.
■ Frequency setting q Select VFO mode. e Release [MODE SCAN] to start the
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q Select VFO mode. w Rotate [DIAL], or use keypad to scan.

w Rotate [DIAL], or enter the desired set 445.600 MHz. r Push [VFO] to stop the scan.
frequency from the keypad. e Push and hold [MR S.MW] for
[e.g. 1] 445.600 MHz 1 sec. to indicate memory channels. ■ Scanning in MEMORY mode
[4], [4], [5], [•], [6], [0], [0] r Rotate [DIAL] to select MR CH 2. q Select MEMORY mode.
[e.g. 2] 0.684 MHz t Push and hold [MR S.MW] for w For the memory bank scan, push
[0], [•], [6], [8], [4] 1 sec. (VFO mode is selected after [MR] to select memory bank mode
programming.) and push [BAND] to select the de-
■ Changing receiving mode sired memory bank.
Push [MODE]. ■ MEMORY channel clearing e While pushing and holding [MODE
q Select the desired memory channel. SCAN], rotate [DIAL] to select
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■ Adjusting audio output level w Push and hold [MR S.MW] for 1 sec. scan mode from memory (ALL)
Push [∫]/[√] (continuously changes w Push [CALL/TV] several times to and bank (BANK) scans.
while holding). select “CLR”. r Release [MODE SCAN] to start the
e Push and hold [MR S.MW] for scan.
■ Adjusting squelch level 1 sec. to clear the information. t Push [VFO] to stop the scan.
While pushing [SQL] rotate [DIAL].
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